Exchange Server Support Ending: Here’s What You Need to Do (Before It’s Too Late)

Apr 14, 2025
Medha Cloud
3 min read
Exchange Server Support Ending: Here’s What You Need to Do (Before It’s Too Late)

Microsoft has officially announced the end of support for Exchange Server 2016 and 2019, and with the release of Exchange Server Subscription Edition (SE) just around the corner, now is the time for organizations to take action.

Whether you're still on Exchange 2016, planning your move to 2019 CU15, or waiting for Exchange SE—don’t wait until you're locked out of updates or compliance. Medha Cloud offers dedicated Exchange Server Support to ensure you're secure, up-to-date, and ready for what's next.

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⏳ Microsoft Exchange Server: What’s Changing?

Microsoft’s roadmap for Exchange Server includes:

  • ✅ Final Cumulative Update (CU15) for Exchange Server 2019 – Released
  • ✅ Exchange Server Subscription Edition (SE) – Coming July 2025
  • ❌ No Extended Support or ESUs for Exchange 2016 and 2019
  • ❌ Co-existence blocked for unsupported versions (like Exchange 2013)

???? Microsoft is not extending the end-of-life dates. If you're still using Exchange 2016, you must upgrade—fast.

????️ Your Two Options Moving Forward

You now have two strategic options, and Medha Cloud is ready to support both:

???? Route 1: Upgrade to Exchange Server SE

Keep your operations on-premises by upgrading to Exchange Server SE with full compliance and Microsoft support.

✔️ Upgrade from Exchange 2016/2019
✔️ Setup CU15 and prepare for SE
✔️ In-place upgrade guidance
✔️ Hybrid setup supported

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☁️ Route 2: Migrate to Microsoft 365 (Office 365)

Looking to go fully cloud? Migrate seamlessly to Microsoft 365 with Medha Cloud’s expert migration services.

✔️ Zero downtime mailbox migrations
✔️ Email, calendar, contact preservation
✔️ Security and compliance mapping
✔️ Hybrid-to-cloud transformation

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????‍???? Why Choose Medha Cloud?

✅ Full support for Exchange 2016, 2019 & SE
✅ Assistance with CU15 upgrades and SE rollout
✅ Compatibility planning with Windows Server 2022/2025
✅ Active Directory health checks
✅ Certificate & licensing management
✅ Support for TLS 1.3, PDF encryption, and Admin API
✅ Hybrid and cloud coexistence solutions

???? Exchange Server End-of-Life Table

Exchange Version End of Mainstream Support End of Extended Support Support Status
Exchange Server 2016 Oct 13, 2020 Oct 14, 2025 Ending Soon
Exchange Server 2019 Jan 9, 2024 Oct 14, 2025 Ending Soon
Exchange Server SE July 2025 Under Modern Lifecycle Active

???? Final Thoughts – Be Ready for Exchange SE or Cloud

Exchange Server’s future is changing fast. If you’re not already on CU15 or preparing to migrate, now is the time. With end-of-life fast approaching, the risks of delay include:

  • ❌ Security vulnerabilities
  • ❌ Incompatibility with future Windows Server releases
  • ❌ Compliance issues
  • ❌ No access to updates or support

Medha Cloud is here to make your upgrade or migration effortless, secure, and future-proof.

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➡️ Prefer to migrate to Microsoft 365 instead?
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