PgBouncer is a lightweight connection pooler specifically designed for PostgreSQL, enhancing database performance by managing client connections efficiently. It supports various pooling modes and features robust authentication and configuration options, making it ideal for high-traffic scenarios and multi-process environments.
Lightweight and efficient connection pooling
Supports multiple pooling modes (session, transaction, statement)
User name maps for flexible authentication configurations
Rolling restarts in multi-process setups for zero downtime
Support for replication connections through the pooler
Comprehensive logging and monitoring capabilities
Frequent updates and community-driven enhancements