KubeDB

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KubeDB Operator

Run Production Databases
Natively on Kubernetes

KubeDB Operator extends Kubernetes with database-aware automation,
enabling teams to run production databases using declarative APIs.

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25+

Database Engines

10K+

Production Deployments

<1 min

Time to Deploy

99.9%

Response SLA

When to Use KubeDB Operator

Perfect for teams who want database automation without platform overhead

Run databases for internal usage

Deploy and manage databases for your internal teams and applications

Full control and customization

Customize database configurations to meet your specific requirements

Internal platform engineering team

Empower your platform team with powerful database automation tools

Integrate with existing CI/CD

Seamlessly integrate with tools like ArgoCD and GitOps workflows

Starting DBaaS journey on Kubernetes

Begin with operator-based automation and scale up as you grow

Use KubeDB as a building block

Build custom solutions on top of KubeDB's automation capabilities

Package KubeDB with your application

Bundle KubeDB as part of your application deployment

Automation without centralized platform

Get powerful automation while maintaining standard Kubernetes workflows

Why KubeDB Operator?

Eliminate manual database operations with Kubernetes-native automation

25+ Database Engines

Support for PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis, Elasticsearch, Kafka, and 25+ more databases, all managed through a unified platform.

Production-Grade Security

Built-in TLS/SSL encryption, RBAC integration, network policies, and security best practices enforced by default.

High Availability

Automatic failover, replica management, and self-healing capabilities ensure your databases stay online 24/7.

Automated Backup & Recovery

Scheduled backups with point-in-time recovery using Stash Enterprise. Restore databases to any point within retention period.

Performance Monitoring

Built-in Prometheus metrics, custom dashboards, and alerting to keep your databases performing at peak efficiency.

Multi-Cloud & Hybrid

Run on AWS, GCP, Azure, on-premises, or edge locations. One platform works everywhere Kubernetes runs.

Air-Gapped Deployments

Full support for isolated, air-gapped environments with private registries and no external dependencies.

Vertical & Horizontal Scaling

Scale up resources or add replicas dynamically without downtime. Handle growing workloads effortlessly.

GitOps Ready

Full declarative configuration via YAML manifests. Integrate seamlessly with ArgoCD, Flux, and other GitOps tools.

Database Support

25+ Production-Ready
Database Operators

Full lifecycle management for all major databases

Cassandra ClickHouse Druid Elasticsearch Hazelcast Ignite Kafka MariaDB Memcached Microsoft SQL Server MongoDB MySQL OpenSearch PerconaXtraDB PgBouncer Pgpool PostgreSQL ProxySQL RabbitMQ Redis SingleStore Solr Valkey ZooKeeper
Need a specific database? Contact us for custom implementations
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Perfect For Every Team

From startups to enterprises, KubeDB Operator scales with you

Development Teams

Spin up dev/test databases instantly without waiting for infrastructure teams

Platform Engineering

Build internal database platforms with self-service capabilities

Cloud-native Transformation

Modernize database infrastructure by migrating to Kubernetes

Operator vs Platform: What's the Difference?

KubeDB Operator provides database automation inside a single kubernetes cluster, while KubeDB Platform extends this into a centralized DBaaS across clusters, teams and environments.

KubeDB Operator

Best for teams that want to run and automate databases inside a Kubernetes cluster using declarative APIs.

Single cluster deployment
In-cluster automation
Kubectl-based management

KubeDB Platform

Designed for organizations that need to deliver a standardized, self-service DBaaS across multiple clusters, teams, and environments with centralized control and governance.

Multi-cluster control plane
Self-service portal
Policy-driven governance

Think of it this way:

The Operator is the engine. The Platform is the car.

Architecture Diagram

The Platform provides centralized control and governance, orchestrating multiple Operator instances across different clusters and environments.

Capability
KubeDB Operator
KubeDB Platform
Scope
Single cluster
Multi-cluster
Deployment model
In-cluster
Centralized control plane
Database operations
Automated
Automated + governed
Self-service DBaaS
Limited
Full self-service experience
Multi-tenancy
Basic (K8s namespaces)
Advanced RBAC + tenant isolation
Visibility
Cluster-level
Global across environments
Governance
Manual
Policy-driven
Use case
Run databases
Deliver DBaaS
Branding
Use as internal tool
Complete white-labeling
Monetization
Internal cost allocation
Full billing & metering system

How It Works?

You bring the infrastructure. We bring the software that transforms it
into a DBaaS platform.

You Bring:

Compute (Kubernetes nodes)
Storage (Persistent volumes)
Networking (Load balancers, ingress)
Object Storage (S3-compatible backup storage)

KubeDB Provides:

Software that turns your K8s into DBaaS
Automated database lifecycle management
Production-grade HA & disaster recovery
Enterprise security & compliance features
No vendor lock-in • Run on your infrastructure • Full control
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about KubeDB Operator

KubeDB Operator runs and automates databases inside a Kubernetes cluster. KubeDB Platform builds on the Operator to deliver a centralized, multi-cluster DBaaS with governance, self-service, and visibility across teams and environments.
No. KubeDB provides a unified, all-inclusive platform. The Operator and Platform capabilities are part of the same solution, allowing you to start small and scale into a full DBaaS without changing products or licensing.
Start with Operator if: You're running databases in a single cluster or you want Kubernetes-native automation. Choose Platform if: You need DBaaS across teams or clusters, you require governance, RBAC, and visibility, or you are building an internal platform or managed service.
KubeDB runs on any Kubernetes distribution, including on-premises, public cloud, hybrid environments, and air-gapped deployments.
Unlike cloud DBaaS, KubeDB runs inside Kubernetes, giving you full control over infrastructure, data placement, and operations across environments without vendor lock-in.
KubeDB supports a wide range of databases including PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis, Kafka, Elasticsearch, Cassandra, ClickHouse, and more.
No. You can start with the Operator to run databases in a single cluster. The Platform becomes valuable when you need centralized management, multi-cluster visibility, and a full DBaaS experience.
Yes. KubeDB Platform includes role-based access control, namespace isolation, and policy-driven governance to support multi-team and multi-tenant environments.
Yes. KubeDB includes database-aware, application-consistent backup and recovery integrated directly into database lifecycle management.
Yes. KubeDB enables consistent database operations across clusters and environments, making it easier to migrate workloads across cloud, on-prem, and hybrid deployments.

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