Linchpin’s Future
After Atlassian’s End of Life Announcement for Data Center
We are also surprised by Atlassian’s sudden announcement that it is ending support for Data Center on March 28th 2029. Atlassian itself said that DC was an important building block. But the future lies in the cloud. And apparently, the transition from Data Center to Cloud has progressed faster than expected.
Atlassian has been pursuing a cloud-first strategy for years and investing heavily in the subscription-based Atlassian Cloud. Against this backdrop, the announcement does not come as a complete surprise — yet for many companies, it represents a turning point that raises questions, uncertainties, and planning challenges.
Over the next few years, Atlassian will be phasing out Data Center in stages to give customers plenty of time to prepare. If you’re currently using Data Center, here’s what you need to know about the timeline and what each step means.
We are here to support you during this transition phase — with experience, clarity, and an eye for what’s important to you.
March 30, 2026 –
First Milestone
Starting on this date:
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New customers will no longer be able to purchase Data Center.
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New Data Center licenses will no longer be sold.
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Marketplace apps for Data Center will no longer be available to new customers.
March 30, 2028 – Transition for Existing Customers
Two years later, changes roll out for existing customers:
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Current customers won’t be able to buy new licenses.
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Expansions of existing Data Center licenses will no longer be possible.
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Marketplace apps for Data Center will no longer be available to existing customers.
March 28, 2029 –
End of Life
This is the final step in the journey:
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All Data Center subscriptions will expire.
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Environments for impacted products will become read-only.
👉 In short: if you’re not already using Data Center by this point, you won’t be able to start fresh with it.
👉 This is the time to plan ahead. If you’re still on Data Center, you’ll want to start exploring alternatives and migration options.
What Are My Options?
Sooner than later you will have to move to the Cloud. With the given timeline, it’s best to start thinking about your next steps now.
Here’s how you can prepare for the transition:
1. Talk to your contact person
If you already have a regular contact person, then get in touch with them. If not, click here to schedule a consultation.
2. Audit your current setup
Take stock of your existing Data Center licenses, Marketplace apps, and integrations. This will help you understand what you’ll need to migrate when you move to Cloud.
3. Leverage resources
With Ascend Atlassian provides migration guides, tools, and support services to help you make the move confidently.
With many years of experience, our Atlassian experts will help you plan and successfully implement your migration to the Atlassian Cloud.
👉 Check out our Atlassian Cloud Migration Service
4. Plan your timeline
With key deadlines in 2026, 2028, and 2029, set internal milestones so you’re not rushing at the last minute.
The Bottom Line
While Data Center is reaching its end, you have time to prepare and choose the right path forward. Starting today will set you up for a smooth transition.
With our Cloud Migration Service, we’re ready to support you every step of the way on your journey to Atlassian Cloud.
Atlassian will provide these services until end of life:
Atlassian will continue to provide Data Center customers with the following services until March 28, 2029:
- Technical support
- Security updates for critical vulnerabilities
- Connectors between Data Center products and Atlassian Cloud
To ensure product security, additional technical updates may be provided, such as platform fixes or support for new browsers.
Your Path from Linchpin to Mantra
Our Intranet for Cloud
Ready for the Cloud?
While there isn’t a 1:1 feature parity version of Linchpin on Confluence Cloud, there is an option to consider: Mantra – our intranet solution built for Atlassian Cloud.
Bring your teams closer together, boost collaboration, and simplify communication – all in a secure cloud environment.
F.A.Q. – Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to worry right now?
Don’t worry — you still have plenty of time to make informed decisions. However, the direction is clear: in the medium term, there is no way around the Cloud. Because that is where the future lies.
How long will Linchpin be supported?
We will support Linchpin until Atlassian’s end-of-life date of March 28, 2029. We will fix security-related bugs and close security gaps. Additionally, we will fix any bugs that prevent your Linchpin from functioning properly.
What about future Confluence Compatibility?
We will continue to ensure Confluence compatibility.
What about sponsored development?
You can still use sponsored development until 2029, so if a feature is that important to you, we can build it for you. But we also understand if you want to move to the cloud instead.
Find out more in our about sponsored and custom development here.
Which other products are affected by the End of Life?
Atlassian’s announcement affects DC products and their associated Marketplace apps, including Jira, Confluence, Bamboo, Crowd, and mobile apps. This change affects a wide range of tools many teams rely on.
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