Default Privileges in PostgreSQL

Lesson in the PostgreSQL Roadmap · Stage 9: Security

Last updated 14 September 2026

What is Default Privileges in PostgreSQL?

PostgreSQL allows you to define object privileges for various types of database objects. These privileges determine if a user can access and manipulate objects like tables, views, sequences, or functions. In this section, we will focus on understanding default privileges in PostgreSQL.

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Is this Default Privileges in PostgreSQL tutorial for beginners?

It is lesson 62 of 170 in the free PostgreSQL roadmap, in stage 9, Security. If you are new to PostgreSQL, start from stage 1 and come back here in order; if you already know the earlier stages, this lesson stands on its own.