Harness the Power of PostgreSQL 18 with CYBERTEC
The world's most advanced open source database takes a major leap forward.
PostgreSQL 18 delivers significant improvements to performance, reliability, and day-to-day usability, with features like Asynchronous I/O (AIO) and native UUIDv7 support. We provide the expert guidance, tools, and professional support to help you get the most out of this latest release.
Performance & Optimization
Asynchronous I/O (AIO)
Eliminates I/O bottlenecks; boost throughput for read-heavy workloads.
2-3x improvement in sequential, bitmap heap scans
B-tree Skip Scan Support
Significant enhancement for multicolumn B-tree indexes
Maximizes index utilization and speeds up non-sequential column lookups
Developer Experience
Native UUIDv7 Support
Major improvement over traditional UUIDs
Simplifies distributed systems with naturally sortable global keys
Enhanced RETURNING Clause
Retrieves old and new row values in a single DML query
Streamlines auditing, tracking; reduce network roundtrips
Operational Efficiency & Security
pg_upgrade Improvements
Retains vital query planner statistics through a major version upgrade
Eliminates post-upgrade performance dips, ensuring immediate query stability
Default Data Checksums & OAuth 2.0
Default checksums boost data integrity and helps detect corruption early
Native OAuth 2.0 simplifies secure, modern Single Sign-On
Upgrades & Monitoring
Seamless Upgrades
Eliminates post-upgrade performance dips
pg_upgrade transfers optimizer statistics, ensuring consistent query results
Improved Diagnostics
Improved EXPLAIN output enables faster query debugging
New pg_stat_io view delivers deep, granular I/O monitoring
CYBERTEC Solutions
Our comprehensive suite of enterprise-ready products and expert support services are fully compatible with this latest release, helping you unlock new levels of performance, security, and scalability from day one.
Scalefield
On-premise, cloud based database-as-a-service (DBaaS) solution that gives you the flexibility to deploy and run enterprise-class PostgreSQL database workloads on private infrastructure, with single-vendor simplicity.
CYPEX
Low code development platform for PostgreSQL enables you to prototype, build, and deploy data-driven applications - fully powered by your PostgreSQL databases
Migrator
Streamlined, user-friendly tool that helps you migrate databases of any size with ease and close-to-zero downtime to vendor-lock free PostgreSQL.
Ready to Upgrade to PostgreSQL?
PostgreSQL 18 is free to download as usual, but a major version upgrade requires a careful approach. Whether this is your first time using PostgreSQL or you're planning a complex enterprise migration, we're here to help.
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Talk to our expertsPlanning an Upgrade?
Ensure a smooth, efficient transition with our dedicated PostgreSQL Upgrade Solution. For both upgrades and updates, our team utilizes the robust pg_upgrade utility, all the while providing on-demand access to our experts for a safe, efficient move to PostgreSQL 18.
Get in touchPostgreSQL: The Journey from Version 13 to 18
PostgreSQL has always been more than just a database; it's a project that evolves year after year, carefully balancing prominent features with the stability enterprises demand. From 2020’s release of PostgreSQL 13 to the latest release of PostgreSQL 18 in 2025, each step has pushed the boundaries of performance, security, and developer experience.
In just five years, PostgreSQL has transformed from the efficient, index-driven advances of version 13 to the encrypted, performance-boosted, cloud-ready powerhouse of version 18. Each release built carefully on the last, showing that innovation doesn’t have to come at the cost of stability.
PostgreSQL remains not just the world’s most advanced open-source database, but also one of the most thoughtfully evolved technologies in software today.
PostgreSQL remains not just the world’s most advanced open-source database, but also one of the most thoughtfully evolved technologies in software today.
Our Commitment: The PostgreSQL 18 Wall of Fame
Curious about who from our team helped shape PostgreSQL 18? You can find a list of all the contributors from CYBERTEC and other companies in the official release notes acknowledgement section
View the full acknowledgements
Bernd Helmle
Senior Database Engineer
Christoph Berg
Senior PostgreSQL Engineer
Laurenz Albe
Senior Consultant & Support Engineer
Antonin Houska
PostgreSQL Developer
Imran Zaheer
Software Engineer
Rafia Sabih
Senior PostgreSQL Core Developer
Dive Deeper into PostgreSQL 18
Explore our expert-written blogs for in-depth analysis of the new release.
PostgreSQL 18 offers a couple of new features such as asynchronous I/O (aio), improvements around indexing, and a lot more. […]
PostgreSQL 18 is around the corner and it is time to take a look at one of the most important […]
btree_gist improvements in PostgreSQL 18
by Bernd Helmle | 08.2025
Motivation The extension btree_gist lives in PostgreSQL contrib and implements btree-like operators and behavior on top of the GiST framework. […]
Everybody wants good performance. When it comes to the execution of SQL statements, accurate optimizer statistics are key. With the […]
PostgreSQL 13 EOL (End of life): Technical, Operational, and Strategic Perspectives
PostgreSQL 13 EOL (end of life) has officially passed. If you are still running an unsupported version, your mission-critical applications now stand exposed. That means zero security patches, and zero bug fixes. Check out our latest whitepaper that moves beyond just the warnings, and provides a proven, immediate strategy for risk mitigation and a controlled migration path to the latest version, PostgreSQL 18.
Download the whitepaper to secure your data and maintain compliance.
Download the WhitepaperDownload the whitepaper to secure your data and maintain compliance.
PostgreSQL 18: Frequently Asked Questions
Get the essential answers you need about the PostgreSQL 18 release, upgrade process, and CYBERTEC's official support status.
PostgreSQL 18 was officially released on September 25, 2025. This is a major update that introduces significant improvements to performance, security, and developer usability.
Some of the most impactful improvements include the new asynchronous I/O (AIO) subsystem for faster reads, native UUIDv7() support, and the ability to retain planner statistics during pg_upgrade for a smoother transition.
Upgrading to a new major version requires careful planning and testing. While PostgreSQL 18 is stable, it's recommended to test your applications in a non-production environment before migrating. The official tool for this process is pg_upgrade. For a safe and efficient upgrade, you can reach out to CYBERTEC specialists for expert guidance.
Yes, PostgreSQL 13 will reach its End-of-Life (EOL) in November 2025 and will no longer receive security updates. It is critical to upgrade before this date to maintain data security and stability. Our experts can help you plan a seamless migration to PostgreSQL 18.
Yes, as with all major releases, PostgreSQL 18 is completely free and open source. It is released under the liberal PostgreSQL License, allowing you to use it for any purpose, including commercial applications, without a vendor lock-in.
You can download PostgreSQL 18 from the official website, postgresql.org. If you're an enterprise user looking for a pre-configured, production-ready version, you can explore our PostgreSQL Enterprise Edition (PGEE), which comes with professional support and remains vendor lock-free.
Yes, all of our products, including PostgreSQL Enterprise Edition, Scalefield, and pgwatch, have been fully tested and are ready for PostgreSQL 18. Our tools are specifically updated and supported to leverage its most powerful new features.
Have Questions? We Have Answers!
Upgrading to PostgreSQL 18 is a straightforward process, but if your business needs to be on the safe side, our experts are here to help.
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