final

A modifier that prevents reassignment, overriding, or inheritance depending on where it is used.

What does final do in Java?

final — A modifier that prevents reassignment, overriding, or inheritance depending on where it is used.

class Store {
    static int locationCount = 3;
    final String name;

    Store(String name) {
        this.name = name;
    }
}

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Updated September 27, 2026