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Confluence is bundled with a pre-configured HSQL database for evaluation purposes only.

For safe production use, it must be configured to use one of the following databases:

If your database does not appear on this list, please read the Supported Platforms FAQ.

Fully Supported

Supported With Minor Workarounds

  • PostgreSQL 7.1+
  • Oracle 8i, 9i or later
  • Microsoft SQL Server 2000+
  • Sybase ASE 12.5.1+

If you have no preference, PostGreSQL is scalable, free and easy to setup. For database setup information, see Database Configuration.