How to Run PostgreSQL on Azure

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How do I create and manage PostgreSQL on Azure?

Azure Database for PostgreSQL lets you deploy, scale, and secure Postgres in Microsoft Azure without managing servers.

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Why choose Azure Database for PostgreSQL?

Managed backups, automatic patching, high availability, and elastic scaling remove routine Ops work so you focus on data.

How do I create a Postgres server with the Azure CLI?

Run az postgres flexible-server create with parameters for resource group, region, admin name, and SKU.The command provisions a fully-managed Flexible Server instance.

CLI example

az postgres flexible-server create \ --resource-group rg-shop \ --name shop-pg \ --location eastus \ --admin-user pgadmin \ --admin-password S3cureP@ss! \ --sku-name Standard_D4s_v3 \ --storage-size 128

How do I connect with psql?

Enable the public firewall or Private Link, then connect with SSL enforced.
psql "host=shop-pg.postgres.database.azure.com port=5432 dbname=postgres user=pgadmin@shop-pg sslmode=require"

What configuration settings matter most?

Adjust max_connections, work_mem, and log_min_duration_statement in the Azure portal or CLI.Flexible Server restarts quickly to apply changes.

How do I load ecommerce data fast?

Use az storage to stage CSVs in Blob Storage, then run COPY from the signed URL inside the server. The data path stays within Azure, giving higher throughput.

How can I automate backups and PITR?

Backup retention is 7–35 days by default.Point-in-time restore can create a new server from any backup using az postgres flexible-server restore.

Best practices for production?

Choose the right compute tier (Burstable, General Purpose, Memory Optimized), enable zone-redundant high availability, use managed identities for Azure resources, and monitor with Azure Monitor and Query Store.

Can I scale without downtime?

Yes. Increase vCores, memory, or storage via CLI or portal. Flexible Server performs an online resize; connections may see a brief reconnect.

Why How to Run PostgreSQL on Azure is important

How to Run PostgreSQL on Azure Example Usage


-- Find top 5 products by revenue in the last 90 days
SELECT p.name, SUM(oi.quantity * p.price) AS revenue
FROM OrderItems oi
JOIN Products p   ON p.id = oi.product_id
JOIN Orders o     ON o.id = oi.order_id
WHERE o.order_date >= CURRENT_DATE - INTERVAL '90 days'
GROUP BY p.name
ORDER BY revenue DESC
LIMIT 5;

How to Run PostgreSQL on Azure Syntax


az postgres flexible-server create \
 --resource-group <resource_group> \
 --name <server_name> \
 --location <region> \
 --admin-user <admin_user> \
 --admin-password <admin_password> \
 --sku-name <Burstable|GeneralPurpose|MemoryOptimized> \
 --version <PostgreSQL_version> \
 --storage-size <GB> 

-- Example ecommerce query after connection
SELECT c.name, o.id AS order_id, o.total_amount
FROM Customers c
JOIN Orders o ON o.customer_id = c.id
WHERE o.order_date >= CURRENT_DATE - INTERVAL '30 days';

Common Mistakes

Ignoring SSL requirement: Azure forces SSL by default. Connecting with sslmode=disable fails. Fix by adding sslmode=require (psql) or equivalent in your driver.
Choosing Burstable SKU for heavy workloads: CPU credits cap performance causing timeouts. Fix by selecting General Purpose or Memory Optimized tiers for constant traffic.