To monitor SQL Server on Azure, Atatus requires read-only access to collect query metrics, execution plans, and performance insights.

We support three types of Azure SQL Server deployments:

1. Azure SQL Database

  • A fully managed database platform as a service (PaaS) that provides built-in high availability, backups, and scalability.
  • Grant database-level read-only permissions for monitoring.

2. Azure SQL Managed Instance

  • A managed deployment that offers near 100% compatibility with SQL Server on-premises.
  • Create a login with instance-level access for monitoring.

3. SQL Server on Azure VM

  • A self-hosted SQL Server running on a Windows VM in Azure, offering full control over OS and SQL Server configurations.
  • Install the Atatus Agent on the VM and configure local access.