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ElastiCache version end of support and extended support dates
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| Version | Release / GA | Standard support ends | Extended support ends | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redis OSS v4 | Unknown / not published | Jan 31, 2026 | Jan 31, 2029 | Extended Support premium: Y1 from 2/1/2026, Y2 from 2/1/2027, Y3 from 2/1/2028. |
| Redis OSS v5 | Unknown / not published | Jan 31, 2026 | Jan 31, 2029 | Extended Support premium: Y1 from 2/1/2026, Y2 from 2/1/2027, Y3 from 2/1/2028. |
| Redis OSS v6 | Unknown / not published | Jan 31, 2027 | Jan 31, 2030 | Extended Support premium: Y1 from 2/1/2027, Y2 from 2/1/2028, Y3 from 2/1/2029. |
| Redis OSS Version 3 | Unknown / not published | Jul 31, 2023 | Unknown / not published | Past end of life. Minor versions: 3.2.4, 3.2.6 and 3.2.10. |
| Redis OSS Version 2 | Unknown / not published | Jan 13, 2023 | Unknown / not published | Past end of life. Minor versions: 2.8.24, 2.8.23, 2.8.22, 2.8.21, 2.8.19, 2.8.12, 2.8.6, 2.6.13. |
Grey = already passed. unverified = not found on the current official page (usually historical dates that providers have removed). Source for every row: https://docs.aws.amazon.com/AmazonElastiCache/latest/dg/engine-versions.html (opens in new tab)
Planned changes for ElastiCache
No planned retirements, forced upgrades or maintenance for ElastiCache in AWS's public feeds right now. Account-specific notices only show in your provider console.
ElastiCache end of support FAQ
When did ElastiCache Redis OSS v4 end standard support?
ElastiCache Redis OSS v4 ended standard support on Jan 31, 2026, according to the official AWS page. Extended support runs until Jan 31, 2029.
When did ElastiCache Redis OSS v5 end standard support?
ElastiCache Redis OSS v5 ended standard support on Jan 31, 2026, according to the official AWS page. Extended support runs until Jan 31, 2029.
When does ElastiCache Redis OSS v6 end standard support?
ElastiCache Redis OSS v6 ends standard support on Jan 31, 2027, according to the official AWS page. Extended support runs until Jan 31, 2030.
Which ElastiCache version loses support next?
ElastiCache Redis OSS v6 is next. It ends standard support on Jan 31, 2027.
How much does ElastiCache extended support cost?
Extended Support for Redis OSS on provisioned nodes is an 80% premium on the On-Demand node price in years 1–2 and 160% in year 3 (region-dependent). AWS example: cache.m5.large in US East (Ohio) $0.1560 + $0.1248 = $0.2808/hour (official AWS pricing).
Answers are generated from the verified dates in the table above. Source: https://docs.aws.amazon.com/AmazonElastiCache/latest/dg/engine-versions.html (opens in new tab)
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