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SNOWFLAKEPOSTGRES
The world's most popular open source database now runs on Snowflake.*
Overview
Unify your Postgres and analytics
Sync transactional data to your analytics in seconds. Build apps, agents and AI on top — no pipelines needed.
Connect data instantly
Bridge Postgres and analytics without middleware. So every app, agent and dashboard runs on fresh data.
Simplify your footprint
Manage Postgres alongside all your other data and AI workloads, all on Snowflake.
Operate at enterprise scale
Enjoy robust security controls, reliability and performance your business requires
BENEFITS
Innovate fasteron 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 AIon 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.
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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.
“SimCorp's core apps require thousands of updates per minute, managing complex workflow states and applying fine-grained locking. Snowflake Postgres handles this high transaction volume easily.”
Mike Willett
Senior Principal, Head of Data Platform, SimCorp
- 10xFaster disk operations compared to SimCorp’s previous Postgres solution
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?
How does pricing work?
How do I migrate an existing Postgres database?
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.
