# Clone a PostgreSQL Cluster

To create a new PostgreSQL cluster by cloning an existing one, follow these steps:

1\. In the **DCD**, go to **Menu** > **Databases** > **PostgreSQL**.

A list of all PostgreSQL clusters is displayed.

2\. Select a cluster from the list by clicking on its name. Alternatively, click **Details** in the **OPTIONS** column.

![Select a PostgreSQL cluster](/files/cO6E2sVZJCjpVbGXxUZp)

3\. The **Cluster details** tab displays the necessary information of the chosen cluster. Select **Clone**.

![Clone a cluster](/files/sZEEY4LjFno7AMMqCLIR)

4\. Verify the details of the chosen cluster in the **Clone** window.

![Verify cluster details](/files/5EW4ioHGVm3GDUQxEY9Z)

5\. Select **Save** to clone.

{% hint style="success" %}
**Result:** The cloned cluster is created with the following name format: **name-of-the-original-cluster-clone**, if you do not specify a name of your choice. Its **STATE** is **Busy** while the cloning process is still in progress.
{% endhint %}


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