PingCAP

About PingCAP and TiDB

A Modern SQL Database for Dynamic Workloads

PingCAP is the company behind TiDB, a powerful distributed SQL database designed to handle the complexity and scale of today’s data-driven applications. With its hybrid architecture, TiDB combines transactional and analytical capabilities in one platform, making it a top choice for SaaS, fintech, and eCommerce businesses.

Built to Scale with Confidence

Whether you’re building microservices, scaling globally, or modernizing legacy systems, TiDB offers the flexibility to grow without compromising performance. Its distributed design supports high availability, seamless scalability, and real-time analytics, all in one system.

TiDB Deployment Options

TiDB Cloud Serverless

For teams needing fast setup and elastic performance, TiDB Cloud Serverless offers a fully-managed experience with automatic scaling. Ideal for unpredictable workloads, it lets you pay only for what you use while maintaining high responsiveness.

TiDB Cloud Dedicated

When your applications demand consistent performance and security, TiDB Cloud Dedicated provides isolated resources and predictable throughput. It’s a managed solution tailored for enterprise-grade needs.

TiDB Self-Managed

Organizations with custom infrastructure requirements can choose TiDB Self-Managed. This open-source option provides full control and flexibility, enabling advanced configuration and deeper integration with your on-prem or hybrid environments.

Key Capabilities of TiDB

Real-Time Operational Intelligence

TiDB’s HTAP (Hybrid Transactional and Analytical Processing) capabilities eliminate the need to separate OLTP and OLAP systems. This means you can perform real-time analytics directly on operational data without the need for manual sharding or data pipelines.

Vector Search and AI-Ready Infrastructure

TiDB now supports vector search, enabling it to power AI and ML use cases such as semantic search, recommendations, and AI agent backends. This makes it a competitive backend for retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) and real-time AI workloads.

Why Enterprises Choose PingCAP

MySQL Compatibility and Developer-Friendly Tools

TiDB is fully compatible with MySQL, so developers can migrate or build without a steep learning curve. It integrates easily with popular tools and frameworks, and offers smooth development workflows from local environments to production.

Multi-Cloud and On-Prem Support

TiDB works across AWS, GCP, Azure, and private data centers, supporting hybrid and multi-cloud strategies. This flexibility is crucial for organizations with compliance, latency, or control considerations.

Trusted in Production by Leading Companies

Real-World Success Stories

From scaling microservices at Bolt to reducing latency and infrastructure costs at Pinterest, TiDB has been deployed successfully across various industries. Businesses rely on it for operational resilience, reduced downtime, and improved developer velocity.

Reliable and Secure Infrastructure

With built-in high availability, online schema changes, and strong consistency, TiDB ensures data safety and minimal disruption. It meets enterprise-grade security standards and offers managed private cloud deployments for enhanced control.

Get Started with TiDB

Easy Onboarding and Rich Learning Resources

PingCAP offers extensive documentation, hands-on labs, and certification programs through PingCAP University. Whether you’re just exploring distributed SQL or planning a production deployment, you’ll find the support you need.

Join the TiDB Community

Connect with a global network of developers, contributors, and partners through forums, events, and community meetups. Share insights, ask questions, and stay updated on the latest innovations in database technology.