What is PostgreSQL

PostgreSQL is a powerful, open source, object-relational database management system (ORDBMS). It is used to store data securely; supporting best practices and allow retrieving them when request is processed.

PostgreSQL (also pronounced as Post-gress-Q-L) is developed by the PostgreSQL Global Development Group (a worldwide team of volunteers). It is not controlled by any corporation or other private entity. It is open source and its source code is available free of charge.

PostgreSQL is cross platform and runs on many operating systems such as Linux, FreeBSD, OS X, Solaris, and Microsoft Windows etc.