Redis version management
Describes Redis Cloud supported database versions and upgrade options.
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Redis Cloud provides comprehensive database version management that prioritizes customer control over major changes.
Redis version structure
Redis uses a MAJOR.MINOR.PATCH versioning scheme:
- 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)
Supported database versions
| Version | Status | EOL Date | Plans |
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| Redis 8.2 | GA | TBD | Essentials, Pro |
| Redis 8.0 | Preview | TBD | Essentials1 |
| Redis 7.4 | GA | December 1, 2029 | Essentials, Pro |
| Redis 7.2 | GA | December 1, 2029 | Essentials, Pro |
| Redis 6.2 | GA | April 1, 2027 | Pro |
When a database version reaches End-of-Life (EOL), Redis Cloud will automatically upgrade your database to the following minor version during maintenance windows if you do not manually upgrade before EOL.
Version selection
When creating a database, you select the database version (e.g., Redis 8.2). Redis Cloud automatically provides the latest patch version within that version.
Manual upgrades
You can update your databases to a later version if by selecting More actions > Version upgrade from the database list or database page.
Before upgrading, you should:
- Review the release notes for your target version and all versions in between to ensure compatibility with your applications.
- Back up your data, review breaking changes.
- Upgrade your staging or QA database before upgrading your production database.
See Upgrade database version for detailed instructions.