Release cycle model

A detailed explanation of the SonarQube Server release cycle.

A new version of SonarQube Server is released every two months, with a new Long-Term Active (LTA) version (previously known as LTS) released every year. LTA is a functionally complete version of the product that will receive longer-term support.

This means that there are six releases of SonarQube Server per year, including the LTA version at the beginning of each year.

Version scheme

SonarQube Server releases follow the following version scheme:

YYYY.ReleaseNumber.PatchReleaseNumber

Up to version 10.8, SonarQube Server followed the MAJOR.MINOR.PATCH version scheme.

Support policy

The support policy is as follows:

• The latest version receives new features, enhancements, patches, and technical support.

• The latest -1 version receives technical support.

• The latest LTA receives:

  • Patches to fix vulnerabilities or blocker bugs for up to 12 months.

  • Technical support for up to 18 months.

See SonarQube Server Long Term Active (LTA) and FAQ for more information.

Active versions

In order to ensure that you continue to have the best user experience, you need to make sure that you are on an active version. An active version of SonarQube Server is a version that is deemed suitable for use and support.

Active version definition:

The following count as active versions:

• The latest version of SonarQube Server.

• Latest -1.

• Each LTA is active for up to 18 months from its release date.

How do I know if my SonarQube version is active?

There are two main ways to check if you are using an active version of SonarQube Server:

1. In SonarQube Server, in the footer next to the version number, you can immediately see if your version is active or no longer active.

2. Administrators can go to the Administration > System. As per above, you can see in the footer if you are on an active version.

If there is a new version available, administrators will see a message at the top of the screen prompting you to update to the latest version:

Related pages

• SonarQube Server Long Term Active (LTA) and FAQ

• Determining the update path