You are now able to download the latest long-term support version of SonarQube, which offers improved features and security patches, including a checklist for administrators to ensure a smooth upgrade process. Before starting the upgrade, review critical documentation, such as the release notes, plugin compatibility matrix, and database maintenance guides, to evaluate requirements and potential issues. A test environment setup with production-like specs allows you to practice the upgrade process, request a test license, and run performance-tuned scans to validate everything is running as expected. During the upgrade, notify users, update scanners, and execute the final steps, while reviewing quality gates and seeking assistance from the Sonar community or commercial support if needed.