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Adminer

Database management in a single PHP file, for MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite, SQL Server and Oracle.

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About Adminer

Adminer is a web-based database management tool shipped as a single PHP file. You drop it onto a server that runs PHP, open it in a browser and log into MySQL, MariaDB, PostgreSQL, SQLite, SQL Server or Oracle, with more systems available through plugins. It lets you browse and edit tables, run SQL, design tables, manage indexes, foreign keys, views, triggers and users, and import and export data. Compared with phpMyAdmin it is far smaller, supports more database engines and emphasises security; the author treats security as the top priority. Skins and plugins customise its look and features, and a companion Adminer Editor offers a simpler data-editing interface for end users. It is free for commercial and non-commercial use under the Apache License or GPL 2, and community packages exist for Docker and other platforms. Because it runs on a web server, it must be protected carefully and is best removed or locked down when not in use.

Best for: Developers who need quick browser access to a database on a PHP server.

Pros and cons

What works

  • One PHP file, nothing to install
  • Works with MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite, SQL Server and Oracle
  • Free for any use

Why people leave

  • Needs a PHP web server
  • Exposes your database if not locked down
  • Basic interface compared with desktop clients

Top Adminer alternatives

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  1. 1phpMyAdmin logo
    phpMyAdmin

    The best-known web tool for MySQL and MariaDB, with more admin features.

    66.5
  2. 2CloudBeaver logo
    CloudBeaver

    A browser-based client for teams, with many more databases and access control.

    62.6
  3. 3DbGate logo
    DbGate

    Open source and can run as a web app as well as on the desktop.

    59.6
  4. 4pgweb logo
    pgweb

    A single-binary web explorer specifically for PostgreSQL.

    57.2

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Adminer: common questions

Is Adminer free?

Yes. Adminer is free, open-source software that you can host yourself.

Is Adminer open source?

Yes. The source code is on GitHub at vrana/adminer. You can also run it on your own server.

What platforms does Adminer run on?

Adminer is available for Web and Self-hosted.

What are the best alternatives to Adminer?

The highest-ranked Adminer alternatives right now are phpMyAdmin, CloudBeaver and DbGate. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.

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