Database5 min read
PostgreSQL Dev Tools
PostgreSQL is the world's most advanced open-source relational database. Connect OpenClaw to PostgreSQL for persistent data storage.
PostgreSQL is the gold standard for relational data. For OpenClaw apps, PostgreSQL stores conversation history, user data, and analytics.
Why PostgreSQL
ACID compliance, complex queries, JSON support, full-text search, and the largest ecosystem of extensions. PostgreSQL handles everything.
Best Managed Providers
- Neon: Serverless Postgres with branching. Ideal for dev/staging/prod isolation.
- Supabase: Full Postgres with real-time subscriptions, auth, and storage.
- Railway: Simple managed Postgres with one-click setup.
Connection String
Set DATABASE_URL as a Fly secret and reference it in your OpenClaw config.