Build portals and internal tools powered by MySQL
Turn your MySQL data into secure portals, dashboards, and other business apps—no coding required.






Connect MySQL data in seconds.
Skip manual imports or complex queries. Softr connects directly to your live MySQL 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 MySQL backend with Softr’s no-code builder to create branded apps, fast. Customize layout, logic, and automations—no coding required.
Bring MySQL data to life
Create apps that connect directly with your live SQL data. Update and visualize data securely in real time.
Take MySQL data further with Softr


Permissions & client access
No built-in interface for non-technical users to view or update data.
Build a secure, branded interface on top of your MySQL data—no coding required.
Open-source database that requires SQL knowledge to manage.
Add granular, role-based permissions to control what each user can see or edit from the frontend.
User experience & branding
Raw database interface built for developers and technical users.
Design a frontend on top of your MySQL data for clients and 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 SQL databases.
Add conditional forms that write directly to your MySQL tables.
Scalability & pricing
Scalable and efficient for large datasets when properly configured.
Retain MySQL’s speed and scalability while adding a visual app layer.
Usually requires developers or custom code to build a front end, adding 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 MySQL data.
Limited options for securely sharing insights with non-technical users.
Combine your MySQL data with other sources (e.g. HubSpot, Airtable, and more) and share insights 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 MySQL as a data source by adding your database credentials in Softr. Simply go to Data Sources → Add New Source → SQL Database, choose MySQL, and enter your host, port, database name, username, and password. Once connected, you can use your MySQL tables in Softr apps.
Yes, Softr supports both read and write access. You can use forms or action buttons in Softr to create, update, or delete records directly in your MySQL database.
Yes, you can connect multiple SQL databases (including MySQL) and use them in the same Softr app. This makes it easy to combine and display data from multiple sources.
Softr also supports PostgreSQL, SQL Server, and MariaDB as 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, you can build one with Softr. As a no-code platform, Softr lets you create a custom, user-friendly interface for your MySQL database without writing any code. You can choose from pre-built templates or build from scratch, and connect your live MySQL data to build a fully functional front end in minutes.
Softr gives you the benefits of a building a secure, customizable SQL GUI—complete with permissions, filters, and visual dashboards—without the complexity or cost of traditional development.
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 frontend. Read the full story →







