Azure SQL Database
Build apps that scale with the pace of your business with managed and intelligent SQL in the cloud.
Overview
Azure SQL Database is an intelligent, scalable, relational database service built for the cloud. It’s evergreen, meaning it's always up to date, with AI-powered and automated features that optimize performance and durability for you. Serverless compute and Hyperscale storage options automatically scale resources on demand, so you can focus on building new applications without worrying about storage size or resource management.
✨ Key Features
- Fully managed and always up-to-date
- Serverless and Hyperscale options
- AI-powered automatic tuning
- Built-in advanced security and threat detection
- Geo-replication and high availability
- Native integration with Azure services
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Deep integration with the Microsoft and Azure ecosystem
- Advanced AI-powered performance optimization
- Hybrid flexibility with Azure Arc
- Serverless and Hyperscale options for elastic scalability
Unique Value: Delivers an intelligent, secure, and highly scalable managed SQL Server experience in the cloud, with unique features like serverless compute and AI-driven performance tuning.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Backend for .NET applications
- Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
- Financial services applications
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- NoSQL or non-relational data models
- Applications requiring deep OS-level control
🏆 Alternatives
Provides the most seamless 'lift-and-shift' path for existing SQL Server workloads. Its AI features and serverless model offer potential cost and performance advantages over competitors.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Professional Direct, Premier tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 30-day free trial
Free tier: 250 GB of S0 database with 10 database transaction units (DTUs) for the first 12 months.
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