TiDB
A fully managed, auto-scaling database designed for dynamic workloads. Get started with a generous free tier for scalable, reliable data storage.
TiDB is an open-source alternative to:
TiDB Cloud is a fully managed, auto-scaling SQL database designed for modern applications, including AI workloads. Built on open-source TiDB, it offers seamless scalability, high availability, and compatibility with MySQL.
Key Features
- Auto-scaling: Dynamically adjusts resources to handle fluctuating workloads without manual intervention.
- MySQL Compatibility: Fully compatible with MySQL, enabling easy migration and integration.
- High Availability: Multi-region deployments ensure uptime and data durability.
- AI-Optimized: Purpose-built for AI applications, including vector search and persistent context for agents.
- Generous Free Tier: Start for free with scalable resources and pay-as-you-go pricing.
- Global Reach: Deploy in multiple regions for low-latency access worldwide.
- Security & Compliance: Enterprise-grade security with GDPR and SOC 2 compliance.
Tech / Self-Hosting
TiDB Cloud is a fully managed service, but the open-source TiDB database can be self-hosted for complete control. Self-hosted deployments support Kubernetes, bare metal, and cloud environments. For AI workloads, TiDB provides native vector indexing and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) pipelines.