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Klutch for app developers:
Database management that feels local everywhere

Create and manage databases as if they were local—no matter where they actually run

Deploying and managing databases in Kubernetes shouldn't require deep infrastructure expertise. With Klutch, you can provision and manage databases just like any other Kubernetes resource, even if they reside—VMs, pods, or across multiple clouds.

Klutch provides a Kubernetes-native self-service experience, enabling you to create and manage databases within your application cluster while the control plane ensures they are orchestrated seamlessly, no matter where they actually run.

Why application developers use Klutch

Self-service database provisioning

Spin up databases or other data services on demand with simple YAML configurations—just like deploying your application. No waiting on tickets or manual approvals.

Works across any cloud or on-premises

Deploy PostgreSQL, MySQL, RDS, DynamoDB, and more across AWS, Azure, on-prem, or hybrid environments—with the same user experience everywhere.

Simplified Kubernetes integration

Define databases as Kubernetes objects and manage them through native Kubernetes APIs, ensuring they integrate smoothly with your applications.

Focus on code, not infrastructure

No need to manually configure connections or manage underlying VMs—Klutch handles the complexity while you focus on building and shipping applications.

How Klutch works

  1. Install Klutch in your app cluster – A lightweight client runs alongside your application, connecting to the central control plane.
  2. Deploy a database with YAML – Define your database instance just like any other Kubernetes resource
    kubectl apply -f <manifest>.yaml
  3. Klutch handles provisioning – The control plane communicates with automation backends to create and manage your database.
  4. Your app connects automatically – The database is available and ready to use with your application.

Benefits of Klutch for application developers

  • Multi-environment experience:
    Use the same interface across on-premises and private clouds like OpenStack and VMware or on public clouds like AWS, Azure, GCP, and AliCloud
  • Unified interface for all data services:
    Whether you need PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, or other services, enjoy consistent workflows
  • True Kubernetes-native workflow:
    Manage databases and other data services using familiar YAML specs alongside your application manifests
  • Transparent connectivity:
    Create and use databases as if they're local, while Klutch handles all the complex networking
  • Greater productivity:
    Spend your time building applications instead of managing database infrastructure
  • Freedom to move between providers:
    Migrate between cloud environments without changing your development workflows
  • Complete visibility:
    Easily monitor and manage all your database instances or data service instances through a single control plane

Get Started with Klutch

Skip the manual setup and let Klutch handle database and data service orchestration for you.