Database statuses
A database can have one of several statuses. Each status has a different impact on your ability to use a database.
You can find database statuses in the Astra Portal. In the navigation menu, go to Databases or select a specific database.
Status definitions
| Status | Description |
|---|---|
Active |
The database is available and ready to use. |
Initializing |
The database is being provisioned. It should be ready to use soon. |
Maintenance |
The database is either hibernating or resuming from hibernation. It is not available to use in this state. |
Hibernated |
Only applies to databases on the free plan. A free database is hibernated after being inactive for more than 48 hours. It is not available to use in this state. A database resumes from hibernation automatically when you make an API request or access it in the Astra Portal. Resuming may take a few minutes. A free database is suspended if your usage consumes your monthly credit limit. To resume a suspended database, you must add a payment method or wait for the next month to refresh your free credits. |
Terminating |
The database and all of its data are being deleted. |
Terminated |
The database and all of its data are no longer available. |
Error |
Something is wrong with the database. Contact DataStax Support. |
