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Is PostgreSQL 19 generally available?

No. At the time of publication, the PostgreSQL project has released PostgreSQL 19 Release Candidate 1. The project schedule lists a planned November 19, 2026 final release, subject to changes or further release candidates.

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PostgreSQL 19 Is Still an RC. Start the Upgrade Rehearsal

PostgreSQL 19 RC1 is not a production release. Review its maintenance and replication changes, then rehearse compatibility and rollback before the planned GA.

Crashtech Editorial November 5, 2026 Databases

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