Java Static Code Analysis & Code Quality Programming Language

JAVA code quality & security

Static code analysis tools for your Java

Static code analysis for Java that detects bugs, code smells, and security vulnerabilities—right in your PRs and IDE.

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Latest Java standards

With each Java version, we create dedicated static analysis rules so you learn shiny, new features and avoid pitfalls.

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Regex

Consistently find tricky, hard-to-spot issues in your regular expressions.

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Quick fixes

Allow you to effortlessly repair your Java coding issues with just a click.

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Test frameworks

Dozens of rules to ensure your tests are always robust and maintainable.

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Select the perfect SonarQube deployment for you

SonarQube Cloud

The SaaS solution for modern DevOps

A fully managed, elastic SaaS code analysis solution that scales instantly with your team to deliver real-time code quality and security verification directly within your cloud-native workflow.

  • Get up and running in minutes
  • Zero maintenance and infrastructure management
  • Automatic updates and new feature rollouts
  • 99.9% uptime SLA with global availability
  • SOC 2 Type II certified security

SonarQube Server

Self-managed for maximum control

A self-managed code analysis platform that provides full control over your development environment while delivering deep, deterministic security and quality insights across your entire enterprise.

  • Complete data residency and privacy control
  • Custom configurations and enterprise integrations
  • Air-gapped deployment options available
  • Dedicated support and professional services
Security for Java

Own the code security of your Java

Reduce security risk in Java with taint-analysis detection aligned to OWASP Top 10 and CWE Top 25 standards.

  • Taint analysis finds real source→sink injection flows across files and functions. 
  • Standards mapping to OWASP and CWE for auditor-friendly reporting.  
  • Vulnerabilities covered: SQLi, XSS, command injection, deserialization, SSRF.
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WRITE BETTER JAVA

Build truly secure, reliable, and maintainable software

Sonar seamlessly integrates with your existing CI/CD pipeline, providing the critical feedback you need to improve code quality and security as you work.

Developer-first code quality, right in your IDE

Everything you need to write better code:

  • Real-Time Analysis: Issues are flagged in-line as you type.
  • Effortless Remediation: Resolve problems in seconds with automatic quick fixes.
  • Zero Configuration: Install from your IDE's marketplace—no setup required.
  • Continuous Learning: Improve your skills and learn best practices.

Available on Your Favorite IDE Marketplace:

  • Visual Studio | VS Code | JetBrains (IntelliJ, Rider, etc.) | Eclipse
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Empower your team with unified code quality

Integrate SonarQube into your workflow for consistent code quality.

  • Automated Pull Request Analysis: Automatically scan every pull request to prevent bugs from being merged.
  • Consistent Quality Standards: Align your team on a shared definition of quality.
  • Visible Quality Gate: Get a clear, objective status on release readiness.
  • Seamless DevOps Integration: Embed analysis directly into your existing tools.

Tightly Integrates with Your DevOps Platform:

  • GitHub | Bitbucket | Azure DevOps | GitLab
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“SonarQube has significantly impacted our code coverage, security gating, effective & deep security & quality scans with effective vulnerability remediation guidance”

Geoff Hughes, Senior Manager

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Geoff Hughes, Senior Manager

“SonarQube has significantly impacted our code coverage, security gating, effective & deep security & quality scans with effective vulnerability remediation guidance”

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Ready to deliver better, secure code? Get started today with the SonarQube deployment that's right for you.

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