How to change the volume type of your Database

It is possible to change your volume type anytime in the Scaleway console.

Before you startLink to this anchor

To complete the actions presented below, you must have:

• A Scaleway account logged into the console
• Owner status or IAM permissions allowing you to perform actions in the intended Organization
• A PostgreSQL or MySQL Database Instance with local Storage

1. Click PostgreSQL and MySQL under Databases on the side menu. A list of your Database Instances displays.

2. Select the geographical region of the Instance you want to manage from the drop-down.

3. Click the name of the Database Instance you want to edit. The database’s Overview page displays.

4. Scroll down to Volume settings, then click Change volume type.

   Important

   Before changing the volume type, make sure your Instance is in one of the following states:

   • READY (represented as “Running” in the Scaleway console)
   • DISK_FULL

   A pop-up appears.

5. Select Block Storage from the drop-down menu.

6. Click Update volume type to confirm.

   The Database Instance goes into the Initializing state.

   Important

   • When switching from a local volume to a Block volume, and if Autobackup is enabled, be aware that the snapshot type will change. Local volumes use logical backups, whereas Block Storage employs snapshots. Both types are priced at €0.03 per GB per month, but their distinct backup methods affect storage space differently, influencing the final monthly cost based on your usage.
   • Disk size cannot be reduced, so when switching from local to Block, the volume size remains the same by default.
   • When switching from a Block to a local volume, make sure to select a node with a local Storage with size equal or greater than your current Block Storage. If you choose a Database Instance type with a local volume larger than your current block volume, you will be billed for the full capacity of the Database Instance.
   • When autobackup is enabled for your local or Block volumes, regular quota limitations for backups and snapshots do not apply. Refer to the Managed Databases FAQ page for more information.