Is database hosting included with application development?

For applications we build, database hosting is usually part of the ongoing hosting package. We'll include it in our project proposal with clear pricing for development and ongoing hosting/maintenance.

Can you host databases for applications you didn't build?

Yes. If you have an existing application that needs database hosting, we can provide it. We'll need to understand the application's requirements and may need access to configure the connection.

What if I need to restore from a backup?

Contact us and we'll restore to the point you need—either last night's backup or a specific point in time. For production emergencies, we prioritize and respond quickly.

Can I access the database directly?

Yes, you get connection credentials to access your database with tools like pgAdmin, MySQL Workbench, or command-line clients. Direct access is available for development and troubleshooting.

How do you handle security patches?

We monitor for database security updates and apply patches promptly. For critical security issues, patches are applied as soon as possible. For routine updates, we schedule during low-traffic periods.

What about database performance optimization?

We monitor query performance and can identify slow queries or inefficient patterns. Basic optimization is included. For more involved performance tuning, we can work with your development team on query and schema optimization.

Can the database scale if my application grows?

Yes. We can increase resources (CPU, memory, storage) as needed. For significant growth, we can migrate to larger infrastructure. We monitor capacity and recommend scaling before you hit limits.

Is the database shared or dedicated?

It depends on your needs and budget. Smaller applications may use shared infrastructure with isolated databases. Applications needing guaranteed resources or specific configurations get dedicated database servers.

Database Hosting Calgary | MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB

Database Infrastructure Without the Hassle

Custom applications need databases. Whether it's a web application storing user data, an e-commerce platform managing products and orders, or a business tool tracking operations—there's a database underneath making it work.

Running a production database requires ongoing attention: regular backups, security updates, performance monitoring, storage management, and troubleshooting when things go wrong. For many businesses and development teams, this database administration work is a distraction from their actual goals.

Our managed database hosting handles the infrastructure side so you don't have to. We provision, configure, maintain, and monitor your databases. Backups run automatically. Security patches are applied. Performance is monitored. If something goes wrong, we're on it.

This service is designed for custom applications—the web apps, platforms, and tools we build for clients, as well as applications developed by others that need reliable database infrastructure.

We support the most common database systems: MySQL and PostgreSQL for relational data, MongoDB for document storage. All hosted on Canadian infrastructure with the reliability and support your applications depend on.

Database Hosting Features

What's included with managed database hosting.

✓MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB support

✓Daily automated backups

✓Point-in-time recovery options

✓Performance monitoring and alerting

✓Security patches and updates

✓Encrypted connections (SSL/TLS)

✓Canadian data center hosting

✓Scalable storage allocation

✓Connection pooling and optimization

✓Read replicas for high-traffic apps

✓Query performance analysis

✓24/7 monitoring and support

Database Hosting Process

How we set up and manage your databases.

01

Requirements Review

We discuss your application's database needs—type, expected size, performance requirements, and access patterns.

Different applications have different needs. A read-heavy analytics app differs from a write-heavy transaction system. We design the setup accordingly.

02

Provisioning

We provision database servers with appropriate resources and configuration.

Server sizing, storage allocation, memory configuration, and initial tuning are set up based on your requirements. We start right-sized and can scale as needed.

03

Security Configuration

We configure secure access, encryption, and firewall rules.

Databases are not exposed to the public internet. Access is restricted to your application servers. Connections are encrypted. User permissions follow least-privilege principles.

04

Backup Configuration

We set up automated backup schedules and test recovery procedures.

Daily full backups and transaction log backups for point-in-time recovery. Backups are stored redundantly and verified. We test restores to ensure they work.

05

Monitoring Setup

We configure monitoring for performance, availability, and capacity.

Alerts notify us of problems—high CPU, storage filling up, slow queries, connection issues. We catch problems before they affect your application.

06

Ongoing Management

We handle updates, optimization, and troubleshooting on an ongoing basis.

Security patches are applied. Performance is tuned. Storage is managed. When issues arise, we investigate and resolve them.

Who Needs Database Hosting?

Database hosting is typically paired with custom application development. If we build a web application for you, database hosting is usually part of the package.

We also host databases for applications developed by others—if you have an app that needs reliable database infrastructure, we can provide it even if we didn't build the application.

Benefits of Managed Database Hosting

Why businesses choose managed over self-managed databases.

Reliability

Production databases need to be reliable. We monitor 24/7, respond to issues quickly, and maintain infrastructure to prevent problems before they occur.

Automated Backups

Daily automated backups with point-in-time recovery options. If something goes wrong, we can restore to any point in time, not just last night's backup.

Security Management

Security patches applied promptly. Access controls properly configured. Encryption in transit. We handle database security so you don't have to track CVEs.

Performance Monitoring

We monitor query performance, resource usage, and connection patterns. Performance problems are identified and addressed proactively.

Canadian Data Residency

Databases hosted in Canadian data centers. Important for applications handling Canadian user data or subject to data residency requirements.

Developer Focus

Your developers can focus on building application features instead of managing database infrastructure. We handle the ops; you handle the dev.

Supported Databases

We provide managed hosting for the most common database systems:

MySQL: The most popular open-source relational database. Excellent for web applications, content management systems, and general-purpose data storage. We support MySQL 5.7 and MySQL 8.x.

PostgreSQL: A powerful, standards-compliant relational database with advanced features. Great for complex queries, data integrity requirements, and applications needing sophisticated database capabilities. We support PostgreSQL 13+.

MongoDB: A document-oriented NoSQL database. Excellent for applications with flexible data structures, real-time analytics, and high-volume data ingestion. We support MongoDB 5.x and 6.x.

Not sure which database is right for your application? We can advise based on your data model, query patterns, and requirements. For most traditional web applications, PostgreSQL is our default recommendation.

Database Hosting FAQ

Common questions about managed database services.

Database hosting is typically priced based on resources needed—CPU, memory, and storage. Small application databases might be $25-50/month. Medium databases with more resources run $75-150/month. High-performance or large databases are quoted based on requirements.

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