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How to clone a Database Instance
Reviewed on 01 August 2023 • Published on 01 August 2023
The clone feature allows you to create a new Database Instance from an existing one. The clone includes all existing databases, users, and permissions. You can create a clone on a Database Instance larger than your current one.
Security & Identity (IAM):
You may need certain IAM permissions to carry out some actions described on this page. This means:
- you are the Owner of the Scaleway Organization in which the actions will be carried out, or
- you are an IAM user of the Organization, with a policy granting you the necessary permission sets
Requirements:
- You have an account and are logged into the Scaleway console
- You have a Document Database Instance
How to clone a Database Instance
Important:
The clone is fully independent of the parent Database Instance.
- Click Document Databases under Managed Databases on the side menu. A list of your Database Instances displays.
- Click the database name or «See more Icon» > More info to access the Database Instance information page.
- Scroll down to the Clone section.
- Click Clone Database Instance. A pop-up displays.
- Enter a name for your database or leave the default name suggested by the Scaleway console.
- Select a node type. You can keep the same node type, or upgrade to a bigger one.
- Click Clone Database Instance.
Important:
The source Database Instance remains available during the cloning process in Backing up mode. Some actions are not available during this time.
The time it takes to clone a Database Instance depends on the size of the database.
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