Database recovery strategies to help you sleep at night

Database recovery strategies are crucial for ensuring data protection and minimizing downtime in case of failures. While backups are essential, they must be tested regularly to guarantee successful restoration. The time it takes to restore from a backup (TTR) is a vital metric in disaster recovery plans. Managed databases offer automated backups and point-in-time recovery, while standby replicas can minimize downtime but increase costs. Neon provides instant PITR via branching, ensuring quick data recovery without additional costs.