Build portals and tools with PostgreSQL data, fast

Turn your PostgreSQL data into custom business apps—no coding required.

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Loved by 1 million+ teams around the globe

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.

Use cases

Bring your PostgreSQL data to life

Create apps that work directly with your live PostgreSQL data. Update and visualize data securely in real time.

Benefits

Take SQL data further with Softr

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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.

Power

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.

How it works

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.

“We thought we'd need developers, a product manager, and UX designers before launching a new project management system. With Softr, we built it ourselves in weeks.”
Natalie Neumann
COO, Designity

Frequently asked questions

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Build portals and tools with PostgreSQL data, fast