# Database upgrade option

**URL:** <https://forum.getodk.org/t/database-upgrade-option/37947>\
**Category:** Support\
**Created:** [June 10, 2022, 6:36am UTC](https://forum.getodk.org/t/database-upgrade-option/37947 "2022-06-10T06:36:58Z")\
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**Author:** ![yanokwa](https://getodk.b-cdn.net/user_avatar/forum.getodk.org/yanokwa/32/1695_2.png) [@yanokwa](https://forum.getodk.org/u/yanokwa)\
**Post date:** [June 10, 2022, 12:16pm UTC](https://forum.getodk.org/t/database-upgrade-option/37947/2 "2022-06-10T12:16:40Z")

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We strongly recommend using Postgres v9.6 because that's what we test against. What queries you wish to run that you can't run with v9.6? Alternatively, why not use the [REST API](https://odkcentral.docs.apiary.io)?

Oh, and when you get a chance, please [introduce yourself here](https://forum.getodk.org/t/-/6671). I'd also encourage you to add a real picture as your avatar because it helps build community!

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