Description
This article provides details on when ZooKeeper will no longer be included in new Confluent Platform releases and the timeline for its support lifecycle.
ZooKeeper Removal Timeline
Confluent Platform 7.9.x will be the last version to include ZooKeeper. Starting with Confluent Platform 8.0.x, ZooKeeper will no longer be included with Confluent Platform.
Support Lifecycle for ZooKeeper Deployments
While ZooKeeper will be removed from Confluent Platform 8.0 onward, Confluent will continue to support ZooKeeper deployments according to the standard support lifecycle based on your subscription tier:
- Standard Support: ZooKeeper will be supported until February 19, 2027, 2 years following the release of the 7.9.x version.
- Platinum Support: ZooKeeper will be supported until February 19, 2028, 3 years following the release of the 7.9.x version.
These dates are taken from the table in this documentation topic: Supported Versions and Interoperability for Confluent Platform.
What This Means for You
Customers currently using ZooKeeper in their Confluent Platform deployments should plan accordingly for the upcoming changes. We recommend exploring the new KRaft architecture to ensure a smooth transition before ZooKeeper reaches its end of support.
For more details on migrating away from ZooKeeper or to learn more about the Confluent Platform KRaft architecture, please contact your account team or refer to the relevant migration documentation:
- Migrate from ZooKeeper to KRaft on Confluent Platform
- CFK-specific: Migrate Confluent Platform from ZooKeeper to KRaft using Confluent for Kubernetes
- Ansible-specific: Migrate Confluent Platform from ZooKeeper to KRaft using Ansible Playbooks
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Will ZooKeeper be included in Confluent Platform 8.0?
No, starting with Confluent Platform 8.0, ZooKeeper will no longer be included in the platform.
2. How long will ZooKeeper be supported after its removal?
Support will continue based on your subscription level: 2 years for Standard Support and 3 years for Platinum Support, following the release of Confluent Platform 7.9.0.
3. What should I do to prepare for this change?
We recommend planning a migration away from ZooKeeper to the new KRaft architecture before the end of ZooKeeper support.