Manage keyspaces
A keyspace is a container for tables, similar to a schema in a relational database.
Creating a database with multiple keyspaces allows you to create different data models for each keyspace or store unique data in unique keyspaces. Using multiple keyspaces within a single region allows for an application built on a per-keyspace data model.
Add a keyspace
To add a new keyspace:
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In the Astra Portal, go to Databases, and then select your database.
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Click Add Keyspace, and then enter a name that meets the following requirements:
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No empty spaces or null
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A maximum of 48 characters
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Alphanumeric characters and/or underscores only
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Click Add Keyspace.
The database enters Maintenance status while it creates the new keyspace. Once the database returns to Active status, you can select the new keyspace.
Delete a keyspace
You can delete an unused keyspace if you have the keyspace permissions and more than one keyspace.
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The data in the keyspace is permanently deleted. |
To delete a keyspace with your Astra Portal:
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In the Astra Portal, go to Databases, and then select your database.
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In Keyspaces, click More on the keyspace you want to delete, and then click Delete.
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In the Delete Keyspace dialog, enter the name of the keyspace to confirm that you want to delete it.
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Click Delete Keyspace.
The database briefly enters Maintenance status while it deletes the keyspace. Once the database returns to Active status, the keyspace and all its data are permanently deleted.