
Build portals and tools with PostgreSQL data, fast
Turn your PostgreSQL data into custom business apps—no coding required.






Connect PostgreSQL in seconds.
Skip manual imports or complex queries. Softr connects directly to your live PostgreSQL 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, role-based permissions. Build apps that surface only what each user or client should see, keeping your database secure.
Build fast, scale with confidence.
Combine a scalable PostgreSQL backend with Softr’s no-code builder to create secure, branded apps, fast. Customize layout, logic, and automations—no coding required.
Bring your PostgreSQL data to life
Create apps that work directly with your live PostgreSQL data. Update and visualize data securely in real time.
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 PostgreSQL data—no coding required.
Powerful, scalable database that requires SQL expertise to manage access.
Add 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 admins.
Design a user-friendly frontend on top of your PostgreSQL data 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 databases.
Add conditional forms that write directly to your PostgreSQL tables.
Scalability & pricing
Highly scalable and efficient for large datasets when properly configured.
Retain PostgreSQL’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 PostgreSQL data.
Limited options for sharing reports with non-technical users.
Combine your PostgreSQL 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
Co-build with AI
Simply describe what you need. Let Softr handle everything - Interface, database, workflows.
Iterate with AI or visually
Control most critical parts of your app yourself - roles, permissions, security.
Ship the same day
Invite team members or external clients and partners right away. No developer handover.


Frequently asked questions
You can connect PostgreSQL as a data source by adding your database credentials in Softr. Simply go to Data Sources → Add New Source → SQL Database, choose PostgreSQL, and enter your host, port, database name, username, and password. Once connected, you can use your PostgreSQL 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 PostgreSQL database.
Yes, you can connect multiple SQL databases (including PostgreSQL) 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 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. Choose from pre-built templates or build from scratch, and connect your live PostgreSQL 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.
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