Timeline of Joomla Releases

Joomla, a popular open-source content management system (CMS), has undergone significant development since its inception. Here’s a detailed timeline of major Joomla releases, highlighting key features and improvements introduced with each version.

Joomla Versions’ Release Dates

• Sep 17, 2005
  Joomla 1.0
  The first version of Joomla, released in September 2005, was a fork of the Mambo CMS. It included many core features such as basic content management, user management, template management, and menu creation.
• Jan 21, 2008
  Joomla 1.5
  Joomla 1.5 was a major milestone that introduced several enhancements and changes: improved MVC (Model-View-Controller) framework, better support for internationalization and languages, enhanced SEO capabilities, and a more flexible templating system.
• Jan 10, 2011
  Joomla 1.6
  Joomla 1.6 brought about critical new features aimed at improving usability and flexibility: Advanced Access Control List (ACL) for better user permission management, nested categories for more complex content structures, and one-click updates for extensions.
• Jul 19, 2011
  Joomla 1.7
  A relatively minor release, Joomla 1.7 focused on refining the new features introduced in 1.6 and adding improved security features and enhanced migration tools.
• Jan 24, 2012
  Joomla 2.5
  Joomla 2.5 was a long-term support (LTS) release that built upon versions 1.6 and 1.7: improved search functionality with the inclusion of Smart Search, database support extended to Microsoft SQL Server, and a new updates notification system.
• Sep 27, 2012
  Joomla 3.0
  Joomla 3.0 marked the beginning of a new era with a modern approach to web development: responsive design using the Bootstrap framework for mobile compatibility, new user interface for the administration panel, and enhanced user experience with drag-and-drop functionality.
• Apr 23, 2013
  Joomla 3.1
  This release brought new features and enhancements to the CMS: a tags system for better content organization and improved search engine optimization.
• Nov 6, 2013
  Joomla 3.2
  Joomla 3.2 included a host of new tools aimed at developers and administrators: version control for content, extension installer improvements, and the Joomla App Store for easier extension discovery.
• Apr 20, 2014
  Joomla 3.3
  This version focused on performance and security improvements: microdata integration for better search engine visibility and cloud storage API support.
• Feb 25, 2015
  Joomla 3.4
  Continuing the evolution of the platform, Joomla 3.4 added front-end module editing, No CAPTCHA reCAPTCHA integration, and Composer integration for improved dependency management.
• Mar 21, 2016
  Joomla 3.5
  Joomla 3.5 introduced several user-friendly features: PHP 7 support for enhanced performance, an email updates notification plugin, and improved user experience in the backend.
• Jul 12, 2016
  Joomla 3.6
  This version added refinements and new capabilities: improved menu management and enhanced UX in the administrative interface.
• Apr 25, 2017
  Joomla 3.7
  Joomla 3.7 brought significant enhancements: custom fields for articles, users, and contacts, and a multilingual associations component.
• Sep 19, 2017
  Joomla 3.8
  Focused on providing a better developer experience: a new routing system for improved SEO and support for Joomla 4.0 preparations.
• Oct 30, 2018
  Joomla 3.9
  Dubbed the “Privacy Tool Suite” release, it introduced user consent management and enhanced logging and tracking tools for compliance with GDPR.
• Aug 17, 2021
  Joomla 4.0
  A significant update aimed at modernizing the platform: brand new backend interface, improved media manager, better performance and security, and a new workflow system.
• Feb 15, 2022
  Joomla 4.1
  This release introduced several key enhancements: task scheduler for automating repetitive tasks and improved media manager with new features.
• Aug 16, 2022
  Joomla 4.2
  Focused on improving usability and functionality: enhanced search functionality and more customization options for the backend interface.
• Apr 18, 2023
  Joomla 4.3
  The latest major release aimed at continuing the evolution of the platform: further improvements to the user interface, enhanced accessibility features, and new tools for developers.
• Oct 17, 2023
  Joomla 5.0
  Joomla 5.0 arrives as a significant update to the popular content management system, boasting enhanced security and performance.
  
  It integrates more seamlessly with Schema.org, making it easier for search engines to understand your website’s content.
  
  However, be aware that Joomla 5.0 raises the minimum technical requirements. You’ll now need PHP 8.2 and MySQL 8.0 (or their equivalents) to run it.

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