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Databae Migration: Document timeline & contact methods for seeking help #427

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22 changes: 19 additions & 3 deletions src/docs/guides/database-migration-guide.md
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### Other Options

If you would prefer not to go through the migration flow as outlined above, there are other options for your migration path -
If you would prefer not to go through the migration flow as outlined above, there are other options for your migration path -

1. **Template** - The template which is used in the automation can be deployed at-will. Deploy this manually in your project if you prefer this method.
- [PostgreSQL](https://railway.app/template/postgres-plugin-migration)
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- [Redis](https://railway.app/template/redis-plugin-migration)
2. **DIY** - If our tools don't align with your needs, or you have a unique migration process in mind, you're welcome to execute your own strategy. We always recommend ensuring you have a backup and a process for testing.

## Migration Timeline

- On **January 31st, 2024**:
- We will begin a rolling shutdown of all database plugins
- We expect all database plugins to be shutdown by **Feburary 3rd, 2024**
- After your database plugin is shut down, you may **no longer connect to your database**, however, **data will remain intact**
- Impacted users will receive an email with instructions on how to proceed
- Between **January 31st, 2024** and **Feburary 14th, 2024**:
- Users will have a final **2-week window to migrate** their database plugins to the new version
- We will begin **archiving data** of database plugins that were shut down as a result of this deprecation
- Archived data will be available for download upon request for up to **6 months** from **Feburary 14th, 2024**
- If your **database plugin is locked, your data will not be archived, and it will be deleted on Feburary 14th, 2024**. Please **upgrade to a paying plan** to unlock your database plugin and migrate
- On **Feburary 14th, 2024**:
- We will begin deleting all database plugins
- Any database plugin that has not been migrated or had its data archived will be lost

## FAQ

### What is the risk?
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### What if something goes wrong?

The old plugin remains intact until you verify the migration. If you encounter any issues, please reach out on our [Discord](https://discord.gg/railway) or contact our support team at [support@railway.app](mailto:support@railway.app).
The old plugin remains intact until you verify the migration. If you encounter any issues, please reach out on our [Discord](https://discord.com/channels/713503345364697088/1200516735497945239), [Community Forum](https://community.railway.app/db-migration), or contact our support team at [support@railway.app](mailto:support@railway.app) (for Pro users).

## Conclusion

We're committed to providing the best solutions for your needs, and the new database services are a big step in that direction. We're excited about the possibilities that this transition brings to your experience on Railway.

## Need Help?

If you run into any issues, or would like help with your migrations, we would be more than happy to answer your questions on our [Discord](https://discord.gg/railway) or over email at [support@railway.app](mailto:support@railway.app).
If you run into any issues, or would like help with your migrations, we would be more than happy to answer your questions on our [Discord](https://discord.com/channels/713503345364697088/1200516735497945239), [Community Forum](https://community.railway.app/db-migration), or over email at [support@railway.app](mailto:support@railway.app) (for Pro users).
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