PostgreSQL is a powerful, open-source relational database system known for its reliability, feature richness, and standards compliance.
Overview
PostgreSQL offers advanced features including:
- Full ACID compliance
- JSON and JSONB support
- Advanced indexing (B-tree, Hash, GiST, SP-GiST, GIN, BRIN)
- Extensions ecosystem
- Strong performance and scalability
Common Use Cases
- Web applications requiring complex queries
- Data analytics and reporting
- Applications needing JSON support alongside relational data
- Enterprise applications requiring high reliability
Security
For secure PostgreSQL connections, use private networking. See Database Security for configuration best practices.
Backup Support
✅ Supports automated backups with pg_dump. See Database Backups.