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Date: 2025-03-27 03:58:57
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Yep, if max_slot_wal_keep_size = -1 and the CDC tool is stuck, WAL will keep growing until it fills up disk—can totally bring down the primary. Using a read replica doesn’t help; WAL still piles up on the primary. Always monitor replication slots or set a limit to avoid surprises.

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Posted by: Sourabh Gupta