Sub-10-Second Database Boot On Kubernetes With Full Isolation
How Vela achieved sub-10-second database boot on Kubernetes while maintaining strong isolation and resilient scaling behavior.
Fresh Postgres in 20 seconds
Postgres, minus the hassle.
Create a Postgres backend in minutes. Everything you need to ship, one click at a time.
Instant app environments
Spin up isolated Postgres databases in seconds for new apps, features, and previews.
Branch your database like code
Create a branch per feature or PR. Test safely and merge with confidence without slow copies.
Learn about database branching →Safe resets and migrations
Replay migrations, seed data, and backfills on fresh branches, then reset anytime.
Enterprise-grade features, built in
Manage databases, monitor performance, and scale with confidence using Vela's intuitive platform.
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Centralized project management
Monitor usage, branches, and operations from one dashboard.
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Real-time performance monitoring
Track bottlenecks and optimize queries with detailed metrics.
How Vela Works
Step 1
Get a database in seconds
Provision a ready-to-use Postgres backend immediately from the sandbox.
Step 2
Build your product
Connect your app, ship features, and use the built-in platform tools as you grow.
Step 3
Scale with advanced workflows
Add branching, cloning, and team controls when your workflow needs them.
New to Vela? Start here: 1. Open Sandbox → 2. Create First Branch → 3. Dive into Docs
Latest blog posts
Fresh perspectives from the Vela team on Postgres, infrastructure, and developer workflows.
Database Branching is Dead. Long Live Database Branching.
The old version of database branching is dead. Real isolation, fast copy-on-write clones, and branch-first workflows are what modern teams and agents need.
Building an Agent-Ready Postgres Data Platform
A practical blueprint for building agentic data infrastructure on Postgres with safe, isolated branching workflows.
Not sure if Vela is right for your team?
Ask your favorite AI and compare independent perspectives on Vela for PostgreSQL workflows.
High-performance Postgres built for enterprise
Vela combines ultra-fast NVMe storage, instant cloning, PITR, and enterprise security features, all deployed in your cloud.
High-performance architecture
Ultra-low latency. No tuning required.
Run transactional, analytical, and mixed workloads on NVMe-backed infrastructure with predictable performance.
290,000 TPS peak throughput
Instant copy-on-write clones
Spin up environments in seconds
Create space-efficient clones for QA, testing, and staging with minimal overhead until data diverges.
Clone a 1 TB database in under 1 second
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Zero data loss protection
Snapshots, HA, and PITR built in
Recover fast from failures with high availability, scheduled backups, and point-in-time recovery.
99.99% uptime target
Git-like database workflows
Branch, test, and merge with confidence
Create isolated branches for each feature, run QA on real data, and merge safely.
DevOps-native database management
Run Vela your way
Start free. Scale when you're ready.
Spin up a Postgres backend in minutes in the sandbox. Need SSO, controls, or self-hosting? Talk to us for an enterprise rollout.
Sandbox (Free)
Spin up a Postgres backend in minutes. Perfect for building, demos, and trying branching. No credit card required.
Start free →Enterprise
SSO, advanced controls, and deployment options for regulated or large teams in public or private clouds.
Talk to us →Latest videos
Learn how Vela can simplify your database workflows with quick walkthroughs and practical demos.
User Guide
Creating a PostgreSQL Table in Vela: Tables View Walkthrough
User Guide
Getting Started with Vela + Codex: Build a Tiny Task Planner
User Guide
Getting Started with Vela: From Account Creation to Your First Branch
Why Postgres matters
Deploy Vela in your own cloud for complete control, compliance, and data sovereignty.
Full data sovereignty
Your data stays in your VPC, data center, or on-premises environment with zero external transfer.
Zero vendor lock-in
Plain PostgreSQL with standard tools and drivers. Switch providers or self-host anytime.
Enterprise security
RBAC, RLS, audit trails, and IAM integration keep access under your control.
Cost predictability
Your cloud bill is your database bill. No markup on infrastructure and no surprise pricing.
Instant cloning and PITR
Copy-on-write clones for testing and point-in-time recovery for safety, built into the platform.
Simplified compliance
Meet GDPR, HIPAA, SOC 2, FedRAMP, and internal policy requirements on your own infrastructure.