pgNow v1.0.0 Released – Free Fast PostgreSQL monitoring and diagnostics

Posted on 2025-08-09 by Redgate Software
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pgNow is a free point-in-time monitoring and diagnostic tool for PostgreSQL, designed to give you real-time insights into your database health, configuration, and performance.

Key Features

Query Workload Snapshots & Deltas
See exactly what changed between two points in time. Instantly identify regressions, spikes, and heavy queries.

Live Session Monitoring
Track active sessions, blocking processes, and wait states in real time. Spot runaway queries and act efficiently.

Index Usage Insights
Visualize table-level index activity. Identify missing indexes or unused ones that add overhead without benefit.

Configuration Checks & Tuning Tips
Evaluate your PostgreSQL settings against best practices. Get clear, graded recommendations.

Vacuum Effectiveness Reporting
See where vacuuming is falling behind. Avoid table bloat and prevent performance issues before they happen.

About pgNow

pgNow is a free point-in-time diagnostic tool for PostgreSQL that helps you monitor and optimize your database in real time.

  • Supports PostgreSQL versions 10–17
  • Compatible with Amazon RDS, Aurora, and Azure Flexible Server
  • Available for Windows and Mac (Linux support coming soon)

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