Today (24th February 2025) marks the end of nearly six years of Umbraco 8’s supported life.

Umbraco 8 has been a significant release, witnessing major internal changes within Umbraco HQ and fostering a rich package ecosystem. It remains a well-loved version among developers, and many of its popular packages have already been migrated to the latest Long-Term Support (LTS) version, making the upgrade path smoother than ever.

What does this mean for your Umbraco 8 website?

Officially, Umbraco HQ will no longer provide feature updates, bug fixes, or security patches for version 8.

However, this does not mean your website will stop working overnight. Nor does it mean that your site is immediately insecure—there are currently no known security vulnerabilities in the latest Umbraco 8 release.

Can I still use Umbraco 8?

Yes! While we wouldn’t recommend starting a new project on Umbraco 8, we understand that migrating isn’t always an immediate option. That’s why we will continue to offer SLA-backed support, hosting, and security enhancements for Umbraco 8 websites.

If you’re not ready to migrate yet, we can help lock down and secure your Umbraco 8 backoffice, ensuring your site remains as protected as possible while you plan your next steps.

Can I migrate from Umbraco 8 to Umbraco 13?

Yes! We can migrate your existing Umbraco 8 website to the latest LTS version (Umbraco 13). This ensures you benefit from the latest security updates, performance improvements, and future support from Umbraco HQ.

What if I don’t have the budget for a migration right now?

We understand that a full migration may not be feasible for every business at this moment. That’s why we are continuing to offer:

✅ Hosting and SLA-backed support for Umbraco 8
✅ Security enhancements to protect your backoffice
✅ Consultation and planning for a future migration

Your website is still valuable, and we’re here to keep it running securely while you decide on the best long-term solution.

If you have any questions or need help deciding on the best path forward, get in touch with us today.