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Jul 30, 2022 · Databases

How to Choose the Right Redis Memory Eviction Policy and Size Your Cache

When expired keys accumulate and lazy deletion can't keep up, Redis relies on configurable memory eviction policies and proper maxmemory settings, and selecting the appropriate strategy along with an optimal cache size (typically 15‑30% of total data) ensures stable performance and avoids out‑of‑memory errors.