DigitalOcean Managed Databases

DigitalOcean Managed Databases eliminate the complexity of database administration, providing fully managed PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis, Kafka, and OpenSearch instances. Focus on building applications while DigitalOcean handles provisioning, maintenance, backups, security patches, and high availability configuration.

Database Management Without the Hassle

Launch production-ready databases in minutes without configuring replication, setting up backups, or managing security updates. Every managed database includes automatic daily backups, point-in-time recovery, high availability with automatic failover, and monitoring - all preconfigured and ready to use. Simply choose your database engine, select a configuration, and start building.

Multiple Database Engines

Choose the right database for your application requirements:

• PostgreSQL - Advanced open-source relational database for complex queries and transactions

• MySQL - World's most popular open-source database for web applications

• MongoDB - Flexible document database for JSON-like data structures

• Redis - High-performance in-memory database for caching and real-time applications

• Kafka - Distributed event streaming platform for high-throughput data pipelines

• OpenSearch - Search and analytics engine for full-text search and log analysis

Transparent Pricing

Simple, predictable pricing starting at $15/month:

• All-inclusive plans - Backups, monitoring, and high availability included

• No per-query charges - Unlimited database operations within instance limits

• Free daily backups - Automatic backups with 7-day retention included

• Bandwidth included - Generous data transfer allowances

• Flexible sizing - Scale vertically to larger instances as needs grow

Enterprise-Grade Security

Built-in security features protect your data:

• VPC integration - Isolate databases in private Virtual Private Cloud networks

• Encrypted connections - TLS/SSL encryption for all database traffic

• Encryption at rest - Data encrypted on disk using AES-256

• Firewall rules - Restrict database access to specific IP addresses or VPCs

• User access control - Granular permissions and role-based access

• Automatic security patches - OS and database security updates applied automatically

Automated Backups and Recovery

Protect your data with comprehensive backup solutions:

• Daily automatic backups - Scheduled backups without manual intervention

• Point-in-time recovery - Restore database to any moment within backup retention

• 7-day retention - Keep backups for one week included at no extra cost

• Extended retention available - Optional longer retention periods

• One-click restore - Simple recovery process via dashboard or API

• Fork databases - Create clones from backups for testing or development

High Availability and Reliability

Ensure application uptime with built-in redundancy:

• Standby nodes - Automatic failover to standby replicas in case of primary failure

• 99.99% uptime SLA - Service level agreement for production database clusters

• Automatic failover - Seamless promotion of standby nodes without data loss

• Connection pooling - Efficient connection management for high-concurrency applications

• Read replicas - Scale read operations with additional replica nodes (PostgreSQL/MySQL)

• Multi-zone deployment - Distribute replicas across availability zones for resilience

Monitoring and Performance Insights

Comprehensive visibility into database health and performance:

• Real-time metrics - Monitor CPU, memory, disk, and connection usage

• Query performance - Identify slow queries and optimization opportunities

• Custom alerts - Receive notifications when thresholds are exceeded

• Historical data - Analyze trends and capacity planning with historical metrics

• Database logs - Access error logs and query logs for troubleshooting

• Dashboard integration - Built-in graphs and charts in control panel

Easy Configuration and Management

Intuitive tools simplify database operations:

• Connection strings - Pre-configured connection details for quick integration

• Parameter tuning - Adjust database settings through control panel

• Version upgrades - Migrate to newer database versions with minimal downtime

• User management - Create and manage database users and permissions

• Database creation - Add multiple databases within a single cluster

• Maintenance windows - Schedule maintenance during off-peak hours

Global Deployment

Deploy databases in any DigitalOcean data center worldwide. Position databases close to application servers for minimal latency and optimal performance. Multi-region strategies enable geographic distribution for compliance and disaster recovery requirements.

Seamless Scaling

Grow database resources as your application evolves:

• Vertical scaling - Upgrade to larger instances with more CPU, RAM, and storage

• Storage expansion - Increase disk space without downtime

• Read replicas - Add additional read-only nodes for read-heavy workloads

• Online resizing - Most scaling operations complete without taking database offline

• Auto-scaling storage - Automatically expand disk space when threshold is reached (coming soon)

Multiple Configuration Tiers

Choose the right size for your workload:

• Basic plans - Single-node databases starting at $15/month for development

• Production plans - High-availability clusters with standby nodes from $45/month

• Memory-optimized - Enhanced RAM configurations for large datasets

• CPU-optimized - Maximum compute for query-intensive applications

• Storage-optimized - Large disk capacity for extensive data storage

Ideal Use Cases

Managed databases perfect for various scenarios:

• Web applications - Power dynamic websites with reliable relational databases

• SaaS platforms - Multi-tenant applications requiring isolated data

• E-commerce - Transaction processing with ACID compliance

• Analytics - Store and analyze large datasets with PostgreSQL or OpenSearch

• Content management - WordPress and other CMS platforms

• Mobile apps - Backend databases for iOS and Android applications

• Real-time applications - Redis for caching, sessions, and pub/sub messaging

• Event streaming - Kafka for log aggregation and real-time data pipelines

Easy Integration

Connect to your applications and tools effortlessly:

• App Platform integration - Automatic connection strings in environment variables

• Kubernetes integration - Deploy alongside DOKS clusters with VPC networking

• Connection pooling - Built-in PgBouncer for PostgreSQL connection management

• SSL certificates - Download CA certificates for secure connections

• Database clients - Compatible with standard tools like pgAdmin, MySQL Workbench, MongoDB Compass

Migration Support

Comprehensive resources assist with database migration. Detailed migration guides for moving from self-hosted databases or other cloud providers. Database import/export tools. Professional migration assistance available for complex scenarios. Minimal downtime strategies using replication and failover techniques.