Since April 2019, downloads from Oracle require an account and are subject to the Oracle Technology Network License Agreement, which allows free personal and development use but may require a subscription for commercial production. Why You Might Need the 32-bit Version
While most modern systems are 64-bit, there are specific scenarios where the 32-bit (x86) version is mandatory: Java SE 8 Archive Downloads (JDK 8u211 and later) - Oracle
You can download Java 8 Update 251 (1.8.0_251) 32-bit directly from the Oracle Java SE 8 Archive . This specific version, released on April 14, 2020, remains a critical requirement for legacy enterprise software and specific 32-bit web browsers. Key Details for Java 8u251 (32-bit) 1.8.0_251-b08 . Architecture: 32-bit (often listed as Windows x86 or i586 ). Release Date: April 14, 2020.