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SNOWFLAKE POSTGRES
The world's most popular open source database now runs on Snowflake.1
Overview
Unify Postgres and analytics
Sync transactional data to your analytics in seconds. Build apps, agents and AI on top — no complex pipelines needed.
Connect data instantly
Bridge Postgres and analytics without middleware. Run every app, agent and dashboard on fresh data.
Simplify your footprint
Manage Postgres alongside all your other data and AI workloads, all on Snowflake.
Operate at enterprise scale
Enjoy the robust security controls, reliability and performance your business requires.
BENEFITS
Innovate faster on a proven foundation
Skip complex ETL
Build freely without pipelines
Sync transactional data to your analytics automatically. No extra tools to stitch together.
Lift and shift existing Postgres apps to Snowflake with zero code changes.
Make data available for apps, agents and dashboards the moment it's created.
Unify your stack
Get one platform for all your data
Administer your entire data estate in one place, reducing work for your team.
Optimize the value of your Snowflake investment with just one bill to manage.
Get world-class price for performance across your demanding applications.
Trust your database
Scale your mission-critical apps and AI
Protect your data within one security perimeter that supports global regulatory standards.
Maintain continuity using built-in protection measures against system failures and human error.
Cut out overhead with easy Postgres version upgrades and performance that scales during spikes.
Move data seamlessly
Mirror your data without middleware
Automatically sync your Postgres and analytics.
Configure once and pick your sync frequency in a few clicks.
Run it without any infrastructure maintenance.
USE CASES
Power Your Apps and AI on One Trusted Platform
Operational store
Lean on Snowflake Postgres as the operational store for your apps. Developers can use their favorite extensions, clients and ORMs to migrate or create apps.
Real-time analytics
Make your fresh transactional data ready for analysis in seconds, so your teams can make critical decisions on up-to-date and complete information.
Modern AI and app development
Unlock a new class of intelligent apps. Build on a unified architecture that handles both high-throughput transactions and large-scale analytics.
feature overview
Data mirroring
Replicate Postgres data to Snowflake continuously in a few clicks.
Data lake integration
Move files between Postgres and your data lake. Create shared tables.
High availability
Keep your business running with automated replication and failover.
100% Postgres compatibility
Use the tools, extensions and libraries your developers know and love.
Advanced security capabilities
Gain control with self-managed keys and private network connectivity.
Snowflake AI integration
Build agents and apps that reason over Postgres data using Cortex AI.
Snowflake Postgres
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about Snowflake Postgres? We've got answers. Here are some of the most common questions to help you understand how it works and how you can get started.
Is this fully compatible Postgres?
Yes, Snowflake Postgres is 100% compatible with open-source PostgreSQL. Our goal is to provide an authentic Postgres experience that developers know and love, so you can use your existing drivers, tools, ORMs and extensions without code changes. We then enhance that experience with the unique benefits of the Snowflake platform.
How does pricing work?
Snowflake Postgres follows Snowflake’s familiar usage-based pricing model and offers world-class price for performance across your demanding applications. You choose the instance family and size appropriate for your workload, in addition to the amount of storage you want to provision. This allows you to leverage your existing Snowflake commitment.
How do I migrate an existing Postgres database?
Migration is straightforward thanks to our full compatibility. You can use standard Postgres tools like pg_dump and pg_restore to migrate most existing Postgres databases to Snowflake Postgres with minimal effort. Larger databases typically call for COPY commands to unload and load data. For most applications, no code changes are required.
What is data mirroring?
Data mirroring replicates data from Postgres into your analytics, with updates syncing in seconds. Choose your replication frequency, and let it run. No extra tools required.
Can I move data between Postgres and my data lake?
Yes. Move files both ways between Postgres and Snowflake analytics using internal stages or external object storage. Create shared Iceberg tables that give both databases a unified view, and query data in place without copying.
