PingDS release notes

Release notes

These release notes cover multiple versions of DS software, starting with version 5.5. They are designed to make it easier to upgrade, especially when you are skipping releases.

Some older DS versions have reached the end of support (EOS) or end of life (EOL). Learn more in Ping Identity Product Support Lifecycle Policy | PingAM, PingDS, PingIDM and IGA. If you are still running an EOS or EOL version, upgrade as soon as possible to an actively maintained version.

About DS

PingDS software provides an LDAPv3-compliant directory service, developed for the Java platform, delivering a high-performance, highly available, and secure store for the identities managed by your organization. Read these notes before you install or upgrade PingDS software.

The easy installation process, combined with the power of the Java platform, makes this the simplest and fastest directory service to deploy and manage. PingDS software comes with plenty of tools. PingDS software also offers REST access to directory data over HTTP.

Ping Identity offers training and support subscriptions to help you get the most out of your deployment.

Name changes for ForgeRock products

Product names changed when ForgeRock became part of Ping Identity.

The following name changes have been in effect since early 2024:

Old name New name

ForgeRock Identity Cloud

PingOne Advanced Identity Cloud

ForgeRock Access Management

PingAM

ForgeRock Directory Services

PingDS

ForgeRock Identity Management

PingIDM

ForgeRock Identity Gateway

PingGateway

Learn more about the name changes in New names for ForgeRock products in the Knowledge Base.