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Adobe Commerce has announced that version 2.4.7 includes enhanced features and improvements to further empower your e-commerce operations. This latest release is designed to provide you with the tools and capabilities needed to stay ahead in the competitive e-commerce landscape.
Adobe Commerce has recently demonstrated its commitment to supporting businesses during their upgrades by announcing a one-year extended support period for Adobe Commerce versions 2.4.4 and 2.4.5 at no additional cost. Specifically, for Adobe Commerce 2.4.4 users, regular support was initially set to end on April 8, 2024, but has been extended to April 14, 2026. Similarly, for Adobe Commerce 2.4.5 users, regular support was initially set to end on August 12, 2025, but has been extended to August 11, 2026. This extension ensures that your business can smoothly transition to the latest versions without any added financial burden, allowing you to focus on what matters most—growing your business.
With Crimson Agility by your side, you can rest assured that you have a partner who is as invested in your success as you are. The extended support for Adobe Commerce provides you with valuable additional time to plan your upgrade, ensuring a smoother transition. However, it’s crucial not to delay this process. Let’s work together to strategize the best time for your upgrade, ensuring your business continues to thrive. Let’s navigate this journey together and unlock new opportunities for your business.
Extended Support for Adobe Commerce: What You Need to Know
Adobe Commerce is stepping up its game by offering an extended three-year support period for Adobe Commerce 2.4.4 and later releases. This initiative is designed to provide users with a more secure and stable environment, ensuring that critical security vulnerabilities and quality issues are addressed promptly. The extended support includes:
- Quality Fixes: Adobe will deliver quality fixes that can be accessed through the self-serve Quality Patch Tool or via customer support. This ensures that any non-critical issues are resolved efficiently, allowing your store to run smoothly.
- Security Fixes: Security is a top priority. Adobe will release security patches throughout the three-year support period to address vulnerabilities. These patches will be crucial in maintaining the integrity and security of your Adobe Commerce store.
- Hotfixes for Critical Security Issues: In the event of critical security issues, such as zero-day vulnerabilities, Adobe will provide hotfixes. These are immediate solutions to ensure that your store remains secure against emerging threats.
Clients will need to regularly apply the latest patches for Adobe Commerce 2.4.4 and 2.4.5 to ensure their stores remain secure and up-to-date. Utilize the Site-Wide Analysis Tool to keep track of patch status updates. This tool will help you stay informed about the patches applied to your store and identify any areas that may need attention.
The primary goal of this extended support is to assist users in addressing critical security vulnerabilities and quality issues while they plan and execute their upgrades. This extended period allows businesses to strategically plan their transitions without compromising security and performance.
By offering this extended support, Adobe aims to provide a more robust and secure environment for its users, ensuring that they can continue to operate their online stores with confidence and peace of mind.
Additional Security Considerations
It’s important to note that Adobe does not provide security and quality fixes for third-party services and software dependencies. Users will need to manage these aspects independently to ensure their entire ecosystem remains secure and functional. Additionally:
- Third-Party Technologies End-of-Life: Third-party technologies that your Adobe Commerce store relies on may reach their end-of-life during the extended support period. It is crucial to stay informed about the lifecycle of these technologies and plan for their replacements or upgrades accordingly.
- Collaboration with a PCI Assessor: To maintain compliance with Payment Card Industry (PCI) standards, you may need to collaborate with a PCI assessor. This collaboration ensures that your store continues to meet the necessary security requirements for handling payment card information.
Extended Support Timeline
- Adobe Commerce 2.4.4: Support will commence on April 8, 2025, and conclude on April 14, 2026.
- Adobe Commerce 2.4.5: Support will begin on August 12, 2025, and end on August 11, 2026.
Why Upgrade to Adobe Commerce 2.4.7 Now?
In the ever-evolving world of e-commerce, staying ahead of the curve is crucial for business success. Adobe Commerce 2.4.7 offers a suite of enhancements and new features that can significantly improve your online store’s performance, security, and customer experience. Here’s why you should consider upgrading to Adobe Commerce 2.4.7 now.
Adobe Commerce 2.4.7 introduces several security enhancements to protect your store from potential threats. This release includes the same security fixes and platform security improvements as previous versions, ensuring compliance with the latest security best practices. Additionally, the support for PHP 8.3 brings improved performance and security, making your store more robust and efficient.
Key Features and Benefits of Adobe Commerce 2.4.7
- Expanded B2B Functionality: Manage quote templates, support multi-account buyers, and organize accounts with parent-child hierarchies.
- Lightning-Fast Storefront: Utilize Edge Delivery Services to boost organic traffic and conversions.
- PHP 8.3 Support: Leverage the latest PHP version for enhanced security and performance.
- System Enhancements: Benefit from hundreds of quality fixes, updated core dependencies, and third-party libraries.
- Performance Upgrades: Enjoy faster product listing pages and improved indexer management.
- GraphQL Coverage Expansion: Get better support for custom attributes and resolver caches.
- Shipping and Promotions: Take advantage of updated FedEx/UPS integration and scalable coupon-based cart price rules.
- Enhanced Checkout: Experience smooth checkout processes even with high volumes of active sales rules.
Upgrading to Adobe Commerce 2.4.7: A High-Level Overview
Upgrading to Adobe Commerce 2.4.7 is essential to ensure your e-commerce store remains secure, performs optimally, and takes advantage of the latest features. While the upgrade process involves some technical steps, here’s a high-level overview of what to expect:
- Assess Your Current Setup: Determine what version you’re currently using and identify any third-party extensions or integrations that may need updates.
- Plan Your Upgrade: Work with your development team or a trusted Adobe Commerce partner to schedule and prepare for the upgrade. Proper planning helps minimize downtime.
- Backup Your Store: Before making any changes, ensure you have a full backup of your store’s data and configurations.
- Perform the Upgrade: Your development team will install the latest version and update any necessary components, ensuring compatibility with your store.
- Test Thoroughly: After the upgrade, test all key functionalities, including checkout, product pages, and integrations, to ensure everything works smoothly.
- Go Live: Once testing is complete and any issues are resolved, deploy the upgraded version to your live store.
- Monitor and Optimize: Keep an eye on store performance, security, and user experience after the upgrade to make any necessary optimizations.
By working with Crimson Agility, you can ensure a seamless and hassle-free upgrade process, allowing you to focus on growing your business while we handle the technical details.