Worry-free Managed Valkey Hosting

Leave the complexity of database management to us. We'll handle provisioning, backups, and updates so you can focus on building apps.

Introducing Valkey - The Next Evolution of Managed Caching

Introducing DigitalOcean Managed Caching for Valkey, our new managed database service that's seamlessly replacing Managed Caching (previously Managed Redis®). Managed Caching for Valkey builds on the capabilities you've come to rely on while also offering enhanced tools to support your development needs.

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Why Valkey?

Valkey is a high-performance, open-source datastore that stores key-value data in memory. It is designed for caching, message queues, and primary database use. Fully compatible with Redis®, Valkey serves as a drop-in replacement, offering both similar and enhanced functionality for fast and efficient data storage.

Hassle-free Valkey hosting

Leave the complexities of infrastructure management to us. Focus building and optimizing your apps on Valkey.

A Redis®-compatible database

Valkey is a drop-in replacement for Managed Caching, our previous Redis® managed database service. You can seamlessly convert your Caching clusters to Valkey using our product documentation.

Migrate for free

Easily migrate your databases from external servers or cloud providers to DigitalOcean with minimal downtime. Check out our Migration Services Program to learn more about how we can help.

Easy to setup

Launch a Valkey cluster with just a few clicks and then access it via our simplified UI or API. With our one-click deployment, you can deploy a Valkey environment in just minutes.

Fast, reliable performance

Run your clusters on our various types of Droplets (cloud VMs), including GPU Droplets with shared vCPUs or choose 100% dedicated vCPUs for mission-critical workloads.

Automated failover

In the event of a failure, we will automatically switch data handling to a standby node to minimize downtime. We'll work to keep your mission-critical apps up and running.

End-to-end security

Databases run in your account's private network, and only whitelisted requests via the public internet can reach your database. Data is also encrypted in transit and at rest.

Highly scalable

Easily resize your Valkey clusters by adding more CPUs, RAM, and storage as needed. Add nodes to boost performance, manage fluctuating workloads, and enable cluster replication. With autoscaling for storage, your clusters can automatically handle growing data demand–no manual intervention required.

Observability and monitoring

Gain deep insights with Valkey's per-slot metrics, providing real-time visibility into database performance and health. Take it even further with DigitalOcean's observability and monitoring tools, ensuring optimal database management.

Unique developer tools

Enjoy the unique tools Valkey has to offer, including enhanced multi-threading capabilities, dual-channel replication, and new dictionary structure with experimental RDMA support.

Predictable pricing

Always know what you'll pay with monthly caps and flat pricing across all data centers, all over the world.

Cluster

$15

Three-node replica

$90

Predictable pricing

Always know what you'll pay with monthly caps and flat pricing across all data centers. Spin up a cluster for just $15/month.

World-class support

Superior support services are designed to meet your needs whether you are a startup, a digital-native enterprise, or anything in between.

Detailed documentation

Learn more about our features, pricing, platform status, API, release notes, and limitations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is DigitalOcean Managed Databases for Valkey?

DigitalOcean Managed Databases for Valkey is a fully-managed, in-memory data store service based on the open-source fork of Redis. It's a high-performance, key-value database ideal for caching, real-time data storage, and session management. DigitalOcean handles the provisioning, scaling, and maintenance, allowing you to focus on your application.

How is Valkey different from Redis?

Valkey is a community-driven open-source fork of Redis. While it offers all the same functionality and is fully compatible with existing Redis clients, it is an independent project dedicated to maintaining an open-source, permissive license. This provides users with a reliable and transparent alternative for their in-memory data storage needs.

How can enterprise organizations use Managed Valkey?
Digital Native Enterprises use Managed Valkey to power their high-performance applications. By using it as a caching layer, they can significantly reduce latency and decrease the load on their primary databases, such as PostgreSQL . This ensures their applications remain fast and responsive, even under heavy traffic.
What are some common use cases for Managed Valkey?

Common use cases for Managed Valkey include caching frequently accessed data, storing user session information, and building real-time features like leaderboards or a simple queue. Its in-memory nature makes it an excellent choice for any application that requires low-latency data access.

Is Managed Valkey compatible with my existing Redis clients?

Yes, Valkey is a drop-in replacement for Redis and is fully compatible with existing Redis clients, libraries, and tools. This means you can easily migrate your existing applications to use DigitalOcean's Managed Valkey without making any changes to your code.

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