---
title: How to create a Serverless SQL Database
description: Learn how to create a Scaleway serverless SQL database from scratch.
tags: database serverless-sql-database serverless-db serverless-database postgresql
dates:
  validation: 2026-02-06
  posted: 2023-08-11
---
import Requirements from '@macros/iam/requirements.mdx'


This page shows you how to create a Serverless SQL Database using the Scaleway console.

<Requirements />

- A Scaleway account logged into the [console](https://console.scaleway.com)
- [Owner](/iam/concepts/#owner) status or [IAM permissions](/iam/concepts/#permission) allowing you to perform actions in the intended Organization

## How to create a database

1. Click **Serverless SQL** in the **Databases** section of the side menu. The Serverless SQL Databases page displays.

2. Click **+ Create database**. The database creation wizard displays.

3. Complete the following steps in the wizard:
    - Choose a **region**, which is the geographical location in which your database will be created.
    - Select an **engine version** from the drop-down menu.
    - Configure your **database autoscaling**. Your database will scale within the defined range to match the incoming load.
      <Message type="note">
          Define a minimum of 1 vCPU or more to avoid cold starts that can take a few seconds.
      </Message>
    - Enter a **name** for your database, or keep the randomly-generated name. The name must only contain alphanumeric characters and dashes.
    - Verify the **estimated cost**.
4. Click **Create database** to finish. The setting up of your database will take a few seconds. Check the **Overview** tab to see its status.

Once your Serverless SQL Database is deployed, you can [connect to it](/serverless-sql-databases/how-to/connect-to-a-database/).