Preparing for a Major Version Upgrade
Before starting an upgrade, it is recommended to test the upgrade on a staging database along with your application to ensure compatibility. Use the “Create a test fork” button to create a new copy of your database at the current version. This will allow you to test the upgrade without any risk to the current database.Upgrade Process
For performing the upgrade, click on the “Upgrade” button. During the upgrade, your database will be unavailable for a short period. If a maintenance window is configured, the upgrade will take place during the first available maintenance window after the new server is ready. Otherwise, the upgrade will be performed as soon as the new server becomes ready. While the upgrade is ongoing, you can monitor the progress and the database availability status from the Upgrade view.