Getting Started with DBForge
Installation
DBForge can be installed as a managed service or self-hosted. Choose the option that best fits your needs.
Docker Installation
This will start a DBForge instance connected to your database.
Quick Setup
- 1. Sign up for a DBForge account at dbforge.io
- 2. Install the agent on your database server
- 3. Create your first dashboard
- 4. Configure alerts and notifications
API Documentation
Authentication
All API requests require an API key passed in the Authorization header.
Get Metrics
Retrieve real-time and historical metrics from your database.
Create Alert
Create performance and health alerts for your databases.
Guides & Best Practices
Setting Up Monitoring
Enable comprehensive monitoring by installing the DBForge agent on your database servers. The agent collects metrics with minimal overhead.
Performance Tuning
Use Query Analytics to identify slow queries and get optimization recommendations from DBForge's AI engine.
Backup and Restore
Configure automated backups with flexible retention policies. Perform point-in-time recovery when needed.
Troubleshooting
Common Issues
Agent Not Connecting
Check that the agent process is running and has network connectivity to your database.
High Agent CPU Usage
Reduce sampling frequency or filter out unnecessary metrics in agent configuration.
Frequently Asked Questions
What databases are supported?
DBForge supports PostgreSQL, MySQL/MariaDB, MongoDB, and Redis.
How long is data retained?
Metrics are retained for up to 2 years on our managed service with configurable policies.