Build portals and tools powered by MariaDB
Create secure business apps on top of your live MariaDB data—no coding required.




Connect MariaDB data in seconds.
Skip manual imports or complex queries. Softr connects directly to your live MariaDB database, so your data stays accurate and instantly available across apps.
Control who can see and edit data.
Manage who can view or edit data with granular permissions. Build apps that surface only what each user should access, keeping your database secure.
Build fast, scale with confidence.
Combine a scalable MariaDB backend with Softr’s no-code builder to create branded apps, fast. Customize layout, logic, and in-app automations—no coding required.
Bring MariaDB data to life
Create apps that work directly with your live MariaDB data—without syncing or exporting.
Take SQL data further with Softr
Permissions & client access
No built-in interface for non-technical users to access data.
Build a secure, branded interface on top of your MariaDB data—no coding required.
Open-source database that requires SQL expertise to manage.
Add role-based permissions to control what each user can see or edit from the frontend.
User experience & branding
Developer-focused interface, similar to MySQL tools and workflows.
Design a user-friendly frontend for clients or non-technical team members.
No visual layer or branded experience for end users.
Create fully white-labeled apps with custom domains, logos, fonts, and styling.
Forms
Requires custom code or third-party tools to collect and write data back to the database.
Add conditional forms that write directly to your MariaDB tables.
Scalability & pricing
Performs well for most workloads and offers cost-efficient hosting options.
Retain MariaDB’s scalability and efficiency while adding a visual app layer.
Custom development for front-end apps adds time and cost.
Build secure, high-performance apps that scale with your data—without developer overhead.
Dashboards & reporting
Requires SQL queries or external BI tools to visualize data.
Build interactive dashboards on top of your live MariaDB data.
Limited options for sharing reports with non-technical users.
Combine your MariaDB data with other sources (e.g., HubSpot, Airtable) and share securely with clients or teams.
The full-stack features you need
Create a personalized, secure experience for every app user. Tailor the look and feel to align with your brand.
Branding
Deliver professional, white-label apps that impress your team and clients. Customize to reflect the look and feel of your brand.
Works on any device
Softr apps are mobile-ready by default. Turn it into a downloadable app in one click with Softr’s PWA—no extra design needed.
Automations
Connect with your existing tools (Make, Zapier) or use Softr Workflows to build automations directly inside your apps.
User groups
Create custom user groups and separate logins to provide personalized dashboard views and access levels for different users.
Advanced permissions
Customize who sees what, and which actions they can take, even at the most granular level.
Security
Protect sensitive information from security threats. Softr is fully compliant with SOC2 and GDPR regulations.
Go from zero to app, incredibly fast
Connect to your data in seconds
Integrate with your spreadsheets and databases, including Airtable, SQL, Hubspot, Google Sheets, Supabase, BigQuery, and more—in just a few clicks. Your data is always secure and in sync.
Customize layout and logic
Drag and drop customizable building blocks with various views and functionalities. Granular permissions allow you to control what data each user can access, and which actions they can take.
Publish and launch
Ship applications that your team will love in minutes or hours, instead of days or weeks. Deploy on both desktop and mobile.


Frequently asked questions
You can connect your MariaDB database to Softr directly from your workspace. Go to Data Sources → Add New → SQL Database, select MariaDB, and enter your host, port, database name, username, and password. Once connected, your MariaDB data is instantly available across Softr apps.
Yes, you can connect multiple SQL databases (including MariaDB) and use them in the same Softr app. This makes it easy to combine and display data from multiple sources.
Softr also supports MySQL, SQL Server, and PostgreSQL, as well as 13+ other data sources. You can connect any of these databases to build internal tools, dashboards, or client portals that read and write data in real time.
Yes, Softr lets you build a custom MariaDB GUI without writing code. Create internal dashboards, client portals, or CRMs with drag-and-drop components — all connected directly to your live MariaDB data.
Yes! The team at Make built a custom internal tool to manage their monthly community challenges with creators, using MySQL as the backend and Softr as the front-end interface.
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