Atlassian has announced an extension of end-of-support for its Connect apps to January 31, 2027, allowing developers additional time to migrate to Forge. While Connect apps will continue to run, future updates will focus solely on critical security patches with evolving platform incompatibilities expected.
- Connect apps supported only for critical security fixes after January 31, 2027
- Over 95% of paid app seats have moved to Forge
- Flexible paths offered for complex app migrations including Forge Remote option
What happened
Atlassian recently extended the end-of-support date for Connect apps from December 2026 to January 31, 2027. This additional time is aimed at helping app developers and partners navigate year-end business cycles and plan their migration away from Connect toward Forge more effectively. The extension signals Atlassian’s recognition of the significant engineering effort involved in this shift.
Despite the extension, after the cutoff date Atlassian will limit maintenance on Connect apps to only critical security patches. Functional support will be relaxed, with no further feature enhancements and shortened deprecation windows. Connect apps may stop working without warning as the underlying Atlassian platforms evolve primarily for Forge compatibility.
Why it matters
This transition represents a profound shift in Atlassian's ecosystem from its legacy Connect framework to Forge, a modern, secure, and AI-ready platform designed to meet enterprise needs. For developers, adopting Forge is not only about technical migration, but also about adopting new models for app delivery, customer updates, and revenue sharing.
With over 95% of paid seats already migrated, the ecosystem momentum is clearly toward Forge adoption. The move ensures long-term app stability, improved security, and access to enhanced capabilities. However, the transition can be complex, especially for apps with external backend services or specialized infrastructure, requiring careful planning and potentially a phased approach.
What to watch next
Developers should focus on completing their migration plans, taking advantage of Forge Remote for incremental transitions if needed, and ensuring their Marketplace listings are updated to Forge versions to benefit from improved revenue share terms. Close attention is needed to customer upgrade flows to avoid disruption during the switch.
Atlssian partners will also monitor for any unexpected functional disruptions as Connect app support winds down and platform changes accelerate. Continued communication from Atlassian regarding tooling, best practices, and any additional deadlines will be essential for a smooth migration. The industry will watch how well Atlassian supports complex migrations and how quickly remaining Connect users convert.