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Umbraco 9

The introduction of .NET Core in a stable and scalable CMS

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  • Release Date: 28-09-2021
  • End of Life Date: 16-12-2022
  • Support Information: Short Term Support (STS)

Highlights of Umbraco 9

Introduction to .NET Core: Umbraco 9 is the first version that is fully based on .NET Core, representing a significant modernisation of the technological foundation.

 

Better alignment with Microsoft technology: This transition ensures that Umbraco is more in line with the latest Microsoft technologies, leading to improved integration and efficiency.

New release strategy: Umbraco 9 introduces a release strategy that runs parallel to that of .NET, ensuring consistent and predictable updates.

Umbraco 9

Umbraco 9 marks an important milestone in the development of the CMS by fully transitioning to .NET 5 (ASP.NET Core). This step forward brings improved performance, scalability, and a first step towards cross-platform capabilities.

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Detailed description Umbraco version 9

Umbraco 9 is on the brink of a new release strategy that aligns with that of .NET, ensuring developers always have access to the latest technologies. This version retains Umbraco's core values - user-friendliness and flexibility - while modernising the technological foundation for future innovations.

The introduction of .NET 5 in Umbraco not only brings performance benefits but also opens the door to new development opportunities and tools. The cross-platform support means that Umbraco can now run on a wider variety of systems and devices, making it an even more attractive option for developers around the world.

The most frequently asked questions about Umbraco versions

The latest version of Umbraco varies depending on when you ask this question. For the most up-to-date version, check out our Umbraco version page for the latest information.

LTS, or 'Long Term Support', refers to Umbraco versions that offer long-term support with updates and security patches.

STS, 'Short Term Support', denotes versions with shorter support periods. LTS versions provide long-term stability, while STS versions give access to the latest features but have a shorter lifespan.

Several versions of Umbraco have been released, each with unique features and improvements. For a list of available versions, you should check out our Umbraco Versions page.

We usually implement the latest secure version of Umbraco. This usually means the latest version minus two releases to avoid any initial issues. So for example, if the current version is 13.1 or 13.2, we start by implementing version 13 with new customers or updating with existing customers who wish to do so.

Our website always runs on the latest version of Umbraco. This allows us to identify and fix any bugs, so that we can always offer our customers the most up-to-date and advanced solutions.

To find out the Umbraco version of your website, log into the Umbraco CMS and look in the 'Help' or 'About' section, where you will usually find the version information. Otherwise, contact Frans, who can always help you further.

To update your Umbraco website to a newer version, contact Frans, who will guide you through the process.

Umbraco 9 end of life (EOL)

End of support: On 16 December 2022, support for Umbraco 9 ended. From that date, Umbraco will no longer release security patches, and the use of this version for website hosting is discouraged.

Important considerations: After the EOL date, Umbraco 9 will no longer receive updates or patches. Users are at risk of security issues and compliance problems.

Options for users: Users of Umbraco 9 are advised to upgrade to a newer version of Umbraco for better security, stability, and access to new features.

For more information on upgrades or security risks, please contact Frans.