Where it fits
Teams that need SQL, transactional integrity and control of their database hosting.
Trade-offs and limitations
Oracle-specific SQL, stored procedures and extensions need conversion; high availability still needs design.
Deployment and technology
Database server for Linux, Windows and other supported systems. Self-hosting requires a supported deployment, capacity planning and a named maintainer. Consult the official installation guide for the current version.
Portability and integration
| API | SQL protocol and client drivers; application APIs are separate |
|---|---|
| Authentication | Database roles and configurable authentication, including SCRAM |
| Data export | Logical dumps and physical backups; test extensions and recovery requirements |
Migration considerations
Reconcile types, sequences, time zones and transaction results. Rehearse restore and application cutover.
Security and ongoing costs
Budget for infrastructure, implementation, monitoring, patching, backups, restore tests and user support. Check the supported release and current advisories with the project. An open licence is not a security guarantee.
Freedom score and exit difficulty
A complete, evidence-backed assessment of all 15 criteria is required before publishing a score. Exit difficulty depends on your customisations, data model, integrations and operating documentation. This profile does not claim a hands-on benchmark or a complete security assessment.
Primary sources
Profile reviewed 2026-09-13. Verify the exact release, edition and extensions before implementation.