# MongoDB Concepts

Generated on 18 Mar 2026

MongoDB is a source-available cross-platform document-oriented database program for high-volume storage. Classified as a NoSQL database program, MongoDB uses JSON-like documents with optional schemas.

[Best Practices](https://docs.digitalocean.com/products/databases/mongodb/concepts/best-practices/index.html.md): Recommended practices to implement when setting up and running your MongoDB clusters.

[Shared Responsibility Model](https://docs.digitalocean.com/products/databases/mongodb/concepts/responsibility-model/index.html.md): Description of DigitalOcean’s responsibilities as a managed database provider.