Database workflow, rebuilt for speed

DbPaw gives your SQL team a faster path from query to insight.

A modern desktop database client powered by Rust and AI. Build better SQL, inspect data quickly, and ship safely across macOS, Windows, and Linux.

Latest release v0.1.6, published Feb 24, 2026 (fallback mode).

Product preview

DbPaw main workspace preview
  • AI SQL assistance inside your editor
  • SSH tunneling for secure remote access
  • Native-speed startup on all major desktops

Core capabilities

Everything needed for modern database operations

AI

AI SQL Co-pilot

Write, optimize, and explain SQL with an integrated AI sidebar built for real database workflows.

Security

Secure SSH Tunneling

Connect to remote databases through encrypted SSH tunnels without leaving your workflow.

Productivity

Advanced SQL Editor

Use syntax highlighting, formatting, and saved queries to ship cleaner SQL faster.

Data

Interactive Data Grid

Browse, filter, and inspect records quickly with a responsive table explorer.

Performance

Rust-Powered Performance

Get native-speed startup and low memory usage from the Tauri + Rust architecture.

Platform

Cross-Platform Delivery

Run one workflow on macOS, Windows, and Linux with consistent behavior.

Product preview

See DbPaw in action

Connection setup
Connect
SQL editor
Write SQL
Data grid results
Explore data
AI assistant sidebar
AI assist

Download

Install DbPaw v0.1.6 on your platform

Pick your installer or open the release notes for checksums and full change details.

FAQ

Common questions before your first install

Which databases are currently supported?

DbPaw currently supports PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQLite, and ClickHouse (Preview, Read-only), with more drivers planned in future updates.

Does DbPaw work with remote databases?

Yes. DbPaw supports SSH tunneling so you can connect securely to remote database instances.

How does AI assistance work?

You can use the AI sidebar to generate SQL, explain queries, and optimize statements based on your intent.

Is DbPaw open source?

Yes. DbPaw is released under the MIT License on GitHub.

I see a macOS security warning. What should I do?

Move DbPaw.app to /Applications and remove quarantine attributes using the command shown on the download page.