Vercel Postgres
Serverless SQL database for the frontend.
Overview
Vercel Postgres is a serverless PostgreSQL database designed for the frontend developer. It is built in partnership with Neon, which means it inherits Neon's core architecture, including the separation of storage and compute and the ability to perform database branching. Its primary advantage is the deep integration with the Vercel platform, allowing for automatic creation of database branches for each preview deployment, creating a seamless development and testing workflow.
✨ Key Features
- Serverless PostgreSQL (powered by Neon)
- Database Branching
- Integration with Vercel Preview Deployments
- Pay-per-use pricing
- Edge-compatible client
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Seamless integration with Vercel's platform and developer workflow.
- Automatic branching for preview deployments.
- Optimized for frontend and edge computing use cases.
Unique Value: Achieve a perfect preview workflow where every deployment, including its database, is an immutable, isolated snapshot of production, powered by Vercel and Neon.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Automatically creating a new, isolated database branch for every Git branch deployed as a Vercel preview.
- Building a Next.js application that queries a serverless Postgres database directly from server components.
- Scaling database resources to zero when not in use to save costs.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Applications not hosted on Vercel.
- Users who need direct, advanced configuration access to the underlying Neon project.
🏆 Alternatives
While you can use other databases with Vercel, Vercel Postgres provides an unmatched level of integration, automating the creation of branched databases for preview deployments, which would otherwise be a manual process.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: 512 MB storage, 256MB RAM, included in Vercel's Hobby plan
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