Expert Support for However You Choose to Approach MySQL 8.0 End of Life (EOL)

Get tailored support before, during, and after your move to MySQL 8.4. Or ensure the continued security and performance of your MySQL 8.0 deployment for up to three years post-EOL.

Upgrade to MySQL 8.4 or stay on MySQL 8.0. We’ll support you either way.

Upgrade to Percona Server for MySQL 8.4

This stable and tested version delivers improved performance, enhanced security, and a better user experience than standard MySQL 8.4. We’ll guide you through the upgrade, ensuring minimal disruption and that any legacy applications relying on deprecated MySQL 8.0 features are updated correctly.

Percona experts will:

Identify and address deprecated features before they cause issues
Assess your full stack to ensure your applications, OS, and libraries work seamlessly on your new version.
Plan and execute MySQL upgrades with minimal disruption.
Tune your database post-upgrade and provide ongoing support, monitoring, and performance tuning to ensure long-term success.

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MySQL 8.0 EOL Support

Stay secure on MySQL 8.0 with Percona’s post-EOL support. Our experts deliver ongoing security updates, bug fixes, and hands-on assistance for up to three years after the official End of Life date.

Includes:

Expert-engineered fixes for detected, reproducible CVEs
24x7x365 hands-on monitoring, support, and issue resolution
Reports on additional testing of CVEs
Guaranteed SLAs

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Why Percona for MySQL 8.0 End of Life Support and Upgrades?

Comprehensive,
hands-on support

Get tailored help before, during, and after your MySQL 8.0 upgrade, with SLAs as fast as 15 minutes for critical issues.

Always-on monitoring and response

Rely on 24/7/365 monitoring, performance reviews, and health checks to keep your databases running smoothly.

Proactive security
and bug fixes

Receive fast, tested patches for critical CVEs and additional risk reports to strengthen your database security.

Manage the MySQL 8.0 lifecycle on your terms

Stay on MySQL 8.0 with peace of mind, or move to 8.4 on your timeline. No pressure either way.

Performance tuning built in

Work with experts to optimize servers, schemas, queries, and replication for max performance.

FAQ’s

Have Questions?

The official end-of-life for MySQL 8.0 is April 2026. After this date, Oracle will no longer provide support, updates, or security patches for this version.

Continuing to use MySQL 8.0 after its EOL in April 2026 poses significant risks. Your database system will no longer receive security patches, leaving it vulnerable to potential threats. To ensure system security and compliance, all database systems still on version 8.0 will be automatically upgraded to a supported LTS version, like 8.4, during a scheduled maintenance window after the EOL date.

Upgrading to a newer version like MySQL 8.4 LTS offers several advantages, including improved performance through optimizations in the InnoDB storage engine, enhanced security features, and a more streamlined operational experience. Percona Server for MySQL 8.4 offers additional security, performance, and UX improvements.

Default Authentication Plugin: MySQL 8.0 introduced caching_sha2_password as the default authentication plugin. This can cause compatibility issues with older clients. You may need to reconfigure your server to use the previous default, mysql_native_password, to ensure compatibility.

Character Set: The default character set was changed from latin1 to utf8mb4 in MySQL 8.0. It is important to review your application’s character set requirements.

Deprecated Features: Be aware of any features you currently use that may be deprecated or removed in the newer version.

Pre-Upgrade Checks: It is advisable to run pre-upgrade checks to identify and resolve any potential issues before starting the upgrade process.

Yes, Percona offers paid, post-EOL support for Percona Server for MySQL 8.0. This allows organizations to continue receiving security updates and bug fixes, providing a crucial window to plan and execute a successful migration to a newer version without immediate pressure.

Opting for Percona’s post-EOL support ensures your MySQL 8.0 deployment remains secure and stable after Oracle ceases official support. This proactive approach mitigates the risks associated with running an unsupported database, such as security vulnerabilities and lack of critical bug fixes.

Absolutely. Percona provides expert assistance for upgrading from MySQL 8.0 to newer versions. Our team can help you navigate the complexities of the upgrade process, which often involves significant changes and requires careful planning to minimize downtime.

Percona’s approach to upgrades involves a thorough planning phase. This includes revamping configuration files, checking for compatibility issues, and rigorously testing the upgrade in a staging environment before moving to production. Our expert consultants can guide you through each step of this process.

Upgrading a major version of MySQL can introduce significant changes. For instance, the move from MySQL 5.7 to 8.0 involved a major rewrite of the data dictionary and the removal of features like the query cache. Percona’s experts stay abreast of these changes and can help you prepare for them, ensuring a successful migration.

By leveraging Percona’s deep expertise in MySQL and its comprehensive support offerings, your organization can confidently manage the MySQL 8.0 EOL, ensuring a secure, stable, and future-proof database environment.