Microsoft provides mainstream and extended support for its SQL Server versions. Here are the end-of-support dates for recent SQL Server versions:
- SQL Server 2014
- Mainstream Support End Date: July 9, 2019
- Extended Support End Date: July 9, 2024
- SQL Server 2016
- Mainstream Support End Date: July 13, 2021
- Extended Support End Date: July 14, 2026
- SQL Server 2017
- Mainstream Support End Date: October 11, 2022
- Extended Support End Date: October 12, 2027
- SQL Server 2019
- Mainstream Support End Date: January 7, 2025
- Extended Support End Date: January 8, 2030
- SQL Server 2022
- Mainstream Support End Date: January 11, 2027
- Extended Support End Date: January 12, 2032
Types of Support
- Mainstream Support: Includes security updates, non-security updates, and complimentary support.
- Extended Support: Includes only security updates and paid support.
To check the specific dates for other SQL Server versions or verify the latest support lifecycle information, refer to the official Microsoft Lifecycle Policy page: Microsoft Lifecycle Policy.