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PostgreSQL pg_dump — Basic Usage Help and Syntax

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HELP 'PG_DUMP';
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Last reviewed
2026-07-31

Examples

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Uses an interactive database help statement where supported to review syntax and related topics.

HELP 'PG_DUMP';

Original command context

The original PostgreSQL pg_dump — Basic Usage example is included for context. Review all parameters before using it in production.

pg_dump -Fc database_name > backup.dump

Common errors

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Use the database client documentation command, such as PostgreSQL \h, or consult the server version documentation.