How do I deploy Postgres 18 SSL on Railway?

You can deploy Postgres 18 SSL on Railway by clicking the "Deploy Now" button on this page. Railway will automatically set up all the necessary services and configurations for you.

What are the system requirements?

Railway handles all the infrastructure requirements. You only need a web browser to deploy and manage your application.

Is this template free to use?

Yes, this template is free to use within your existing Railway account.

Can I customize this template?

Yes, you can fully customize this template. After deployment, you will have full control of what you've deployed in your Railway project.

How do I get support for this template?

You can get support through our community forum: postgres-18-ssl-0bd23cff, or click "Get template help" for this template for more assistance.

Deploy and Host Postgres 18 on Railway

Connect with: Postgres.Variables. DATABASE_PUBLIC_URL

A fork of Railway's Postgres 17 with Postgres 18 support. Everything is working the same as the original Railway Postgres including UIs, connection management, and more.

Postgres 18 is the latest release of the PostgreSQL relational database management system, known for its robustness, extensibility, and advanced SQL compliance. This version introduces improved performance, enhanced security features, and additional SQL capabilities, making it suitable for modern data-driven applications of any scale.

About Hosting Postgres 18

Hosting Postgres 18 involves provisioning a managed PostgreSQL instance, configuring storage, networking, and security settings, and ensuring automated backups and updates. Deploying on a platform like Railway abstracts away much of the operational complexity, providing developers with easy access to database endpoints, monitoring, and scaling options. With minimal setup, you can focus on building your application while Railway manages infrastructure, uptime, and maintenance for your database.

Common Use Cases

Storing and querying application data for web and mobile apps
Business intelligence and analytics workloads
Data warehousing and reporting solutions

Dependencies for Postgres 18 Hosting

Railway account: Required to create and manage projects and databases.
Postgres client tools: Such as psql or compatible GUI clients for database administration.

Deployment Dependencies

Implementation Details

# Using Railway CLI to create a new Postgres 18 database
railway add plugin postgresql@18

Or, using the Railway web dashboard, add a new Postgres plugin and select version 18 during setup.

Why Deploy Postgres 18 on Railway?

Railway is a singular platform to deploy your infrastructure stack. Railway will host your infrastructure so you don't have to deal with configuration, while allowing you to vertically and horizontally scale it.

By deploying Postgres 18 on Railway, you are one step closer to supporting a complete full-stack application with minimal burden. Host your servers, databases, AI agents, and more on Railway.