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kaitlynmichael · kaitlynmichael · commit 6e79765a4a34 · 2025-10-16T12:41:56.000-05:00
diff --git a/content/operate/rc/databases/configuration/advanced-capabilities.md b/content/operate/rc/databases/configuration/advanced-capabilities.md
@@ -29,7 +29,8 @@ Starting with Redis 8.0, all advanced capabilities provided by Redis Stack are i
 
 ### Version management for Essentials
 
-- **Minor version auto-upgrades**: Enabled by default for Redis 8+ and cannot be disabled
+- **Minor version auto-upgrades**: Always enabled for Redis 8+, upgrades to latest minor version during maintenance windows
+- **Major version upgrades**: Customer controlled, never automatic
 - **Latest versions**: All new databases automatically use the latest available Redis version
 - **Notifications**: You receive notifications when new database versions become available
 
@@ -43,9 +44,10 @@ By default, Redis Cloud Pro databases load all supported advanced capabilities.
 
 ### Version management for Pro
 
-- **Minor version auto-upgrades**: Enabled by default for Redis 8+ but can be disabled
+- **Minor version auto-upgrades**: Enabled by default for Redis 8+ but can be disabled, occur during maintenance windows
+- **Major version upgrades**: Customer controlled, never automatic
 - **Manual control**: You can upgrade to any available version at any time
-- **Maintenance windows**: Automatic upgrades occur during your defined maintenance window
+- **Forced upgrades**: If auto-upgrades disabled and version reaches EOL, automatic upgrade during maintenance windows
 
 For more information about Redis Cloud version management, see [Redis version management]({{< relref "/operate/rc/databases/version-management" >}}).
 
diff --git a/content/operate/rc/databases/upgrade-version.md b/content/operate/rc/databases/upgrade-version.md
@@ -14,7 +14,11 @@ Database version upgrade options depend on your plan type.
 
 ## Redis Cloud Essentials
 
-All new Redis Cloud Essentials databases are on the latest available version of Redis. Redis will notify Redis Cloud Essentials users when a new database version is available. 
+All new Redis Cloud Essentials databases are on the latest available version of Redis.
+
+For Redis 8+, minor version auto-upgrades are always enabled and occur automatically during maintenance windows when new versions become available. Major version upgrades require customer action.
+
+For Redis 7 and earlier versions, Redis will notify users when new database versions are available, but upgrades must be done manually.
 
 ## Redis Cloud Pro
 
diff --git a/content/operate/rc/databases/version-management.md b/content/operate/rc/databases/version-management.md
@@ -11,22 +11,34 @@ weight: 36
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-Redis Cloud gives you control over major version upgrades, while minor version upgrades are managed automatically to simplify operations and reduce the risk of compatibility issues.
+Redis Cloud provides comprehensive version management that balances automatic updates for security and performance with customer control over major changes.
 
-## Version policy
+## Redis versioning and upgrade policy
 
-Starting with Redis 8.2 (October 2025), Redis Cloud manages minor version upgrades automatically:
+### Version structure
 
-- **You choose the major version** (e.g., 8.2) when creating a database
-- **We automatically upgrade minor versions** within that major version (e.g., 8.2.1 → 8.2.2 → 8.2.3)
-- **You control major upgrades** (e.g., 8.2 → 8.4) - these always require your explicit action
-- **You can opt out** of automatic minor upgrades (Pro plans only)
+Redis uses a **MAJOR.MINOR.PATCH** versioning scheme:
 
-### Version types
+- **Major versions**: Significant changes that may include breaking changes (e.g., Redis 7 → Redis 8)
+- **Minor versions**: New features and improvements within a major version (e.g., 8.2 → 8.4 → 8.6)
+- **Patch versions**: Bug fixes and security updates (e.g., 8.2.1 → 8.2.2)
 
-In the Redis versioning scheme:
-    - **major versions** are represented by the first two numbers (e.g., 7.4)
-    - **minor versions** are represented by the third number (e.g., 7.4.2)
+### Upgrade policies
+
+#### Minor version upgrades (8.2 → 8.4 → 8.6) {#minor-upgrades}
+
+Starting with Redis 8.2 (October 2025):
+
+- **Automatic upgrades**: Redis Cloud automatically upgrades to new minor versions when available
+- **Maintenance windows**: All upgrades occur during your subscription's configured maintenance windows
+- **Customer control**: Pro users can opt out of automatic minor upgrades
+- **Forced upgrades**: If auto-upgrade is disabled and a version reaches EOL, Redis Cloud will force upgrade during maintenance windows
+
+#### Major version upgrades (7.4 → 8.2) {#major-upgrades}
+
+- **Customer control**: Always require explicit customer action
+- **No automatic upgrades**: Redis Cloud never automatically upgrades major versions
+- **Customer timing**: You choose when to upgrade to a new major version
 
 ## Version support models
 
@@ -55,26 +67,28 @@ STS versions include all minor releases except the final one in each major versi
 ### End-of-life (EOL)
 
 When a version reaches EOL:
+
 - Technical support is no longer provided
 - Security updates are not available
-- Databases are automatically upgraded to the next supported version (if auto-upgrades are enabled)
+- Databases with auto-upgrades disabled are automatically upgraded to the next supported version during maintenance windows
 
 ## How version selection works
 
 ### For new databases
 
-When creating a database, you select the **major version only**. Redis Cloud automatically provides the latest minor version within that major version.
+When creating a database, you select the version (e.g., Redis 8.2). Redis Cloud automatically provides the latest patch version within that version.
 
 ### For existing databases
 
-- **Redis 8+**: Minor versions are managed automatically (with opt-out available for Pro)
-- **Redis 7 and earlier**: You control all version upgrades manually
+- **Redis 8+**: Minor version auto-upgrades are available (with opt-out for Pro users)
+- **Redis 7 and earlier**: Auto-upgrade for minor versions is not supported; all upgrades must be done manually
 
 ### Plan differences
 
 | Feature | Essentials | Pro |
 |---------|------------|-----|
-| Minor version auto-upgrades (Redis 8+) | Always enabled | Default enabled, can disable |
+| Minor version auto-upgrades (Redis 8+) | Always enabled, upgrades to latest minor version | Default enabled, can disable |
+| Major version upgrades | Customer controlled | Customer controlled |
 | Manual upgrades | No | Yes |
 | Maintenance window | Standard | Configurable |
 
@@ -89,7 +103,7 @@ When creating a database, you select the **major version only**. Redis Cloud aut
 | **Redis 8.2** | STS | GA | TBD | Essentials, Pro |
 | **Redis 8.0** | STS | *Preview | May 1, 2026 | Essentials |
 | **Redis 7.4** | LTS | GA | Apr 30, 2028 | Essentials, Pro |
-| **Redis 7.2** | LTS | *GA | Oct 30, 2027 | Essentials, Pro |
+| **Redis 7.2** | STS | *GA | Oct 30, 2027 | Essentials, Pro |
 | **Redis 6.2** | LTS | GA | 2026 | Pro |
 
 *Redis 8.0 is not available for new databases.
@@ -110,8 +124,8 @@ For information about minor version auto-upgrades and configuration options, see
 
 ## FAQ
 
-**Can I prevent auto-upgrades?**
-Pro users can opt out of minor version auto-upgrades for Redis 8+. Major upgrades always require your action.
+**Can I prevent minor version auto-upgrades?**
+Pro users can opt out of minor version auto-upgrades for Redis 8+. If disabled and a version reaches EOL, Redis Cloud will force upgrade during maintenance windows. Major upgrades always require your action.
 
 **What if I don't upgrade before EOL?**
 Redis Cloud will force upgrade after notifications to ensure security and support.
