Create a database
Astra DB Serverless offers Serverless (Vector) and Serverless (Non-Vector) databases. To create a database, you need the Organization Administrator or Database Administrator role.
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If you plan to bring your own encryption keys, you must create and register your customer keys before creating databases. |
Create a Serverless (Vector) database
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In the Astra Portal, select Databases in the main navigation.
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Click Create Database.
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In the Create Database dialog, select the Serverless (Vector) deployment type.
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In Configuration, enter a meaningful, human-readable Database name that meets the following requirements:
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Starts and ends with a letter or number.
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Contains only letters, numbers, and the following special characters:
& + - _ ( ) < > . , @.After you create a database, you can’t change its name.
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Select your preferred Provider and Region.
You can select from a limited number of regions if you’re on the Free plan. Regions with a lock icon require that you upgrade to a Pay As You Go plan.
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Click Create Database.
New databases start in Pending status, and then move to Initializing. Your database is ready to use when it reaches Active status.
Once active, you can load data and connect to your database.
Create a Serverless (Non-Vector) database
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In the Astra Portal, select Databases in the main navigation.
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Click Create Database.
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In the Create Database dialog, select the Serverless (Non-Vector) deployment type.
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In Configuration, enter a meaningful, human-readable Database name that meets the following requirements:
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Starts and ends with a letter or number.
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Contains only letters, numbers, and the following special characters:
& + - _ ( ) < > . , @.After you create a database, you can’t change its name.
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In the Keyspace name field, enter a name for the database’s first keyspace. Choose a name that reflects your data model and meets the following requirements:
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Only alphanumeric characters and underscores
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No more than 50 characters
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Isn’t
dseorsystem
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Select your preferred Provider and Region.
You can select from a limited number of regions if you’re on the Free plan. Regions with a lock icon require that you upgrade to a Pay As You Go plan.
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Click Create Database.
New databases start in Pending status, and then move to Initializing. Your database is ready to use when it reaches Active status.
Once active, you can load data and connect to your database.
