# OpenSearch Support

Generated on 13 Mar 2026

OpenSearch is an open-source search and analytics suite which serves as a centralized location to manage logs forwarded from other resources, such as databases and Droplets.

[Why am I getting an error when trying to forward DigitalOcean Functions to Managed OpenSearch?](https://docs.digitalocean.com/support/why-am-i-getting-an-error-when-trying-to-forward-digitalocean-functions-to-managed-opensearch/index.html.md): Functions does not support forwarding to Managed OpenSearch.

[How do I fix the "Connection Refused" error when connecting to my database?](https://docs.digitalocean.com/support/how-do-i-fix-the-connection-refused-error-when-connecting-to-my-database/index.html.md): Verify the connection string, ensure correct port usage, and add your local machine to the database cluster’s trusted sources.

[How do I fix the "Connection Timed Out" error when connecting to my database?](https://docs.digitalocean.com/support/how-do-i-fix-the-connection-timed-out-error-when-connecting-to-my-database/index.html.md): Add your machine to the database cluster’s list of trusted sources in the firewall settings.