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pgAdmin

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  • Latest Version

    pgAdmin 4 9.2 LATEST

  • Review by

    Daniel Leblanc

  • Operating System

    Windows 8 (64-bit) / Windows 10 (64-bit) / Windows 11

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  • Author / Product

    pgAdmin Team / External Link

  • Filename

    pgadmin4-9.2-x64.exe

pgAdmin is a powerful open-source administration and management tool designed for PostgreSQL databases.

It provides an intuitive graphical user interface (GUI) that enables database administrators, developers, and analysts to manage and interact with PostgreSQL databases efficiently.

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Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced user, pgAdmin for Windows offers a comprehensive set of tools to help you execute SQL queries, monitor server performance, and manage database objects effectively.

Features

Query Tool – A powerful SQL editor with syntax highlighting, error detection, and query history.

Database Management – Allows users to create, modify, and delete tables, views, indexes, and functions.

Server Monitoring – Provides real-time insights into database activity, performance, and logs.

Backup and Restore – Enables easy database backups and restoration using PostgreSQL utilities.

User Management – Allows role-based access control and user permissions management.

Graphical Query Builder – An intuitive tool for designing complex SQL queries without manual coding.

Support for Extensions – Allows integration with PostgreSQL extensions like PostGIS for spatial data.

User Interface

pgAdmin sports a clean, well-organized UI with a tree-based navigation pane that displays all connected databases, schemas, tables, and functions.

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The main workspace is divided into multiple tabs, making it easy to work on queries, database properties, and logs simultaneously.

While the UI may seem overwhelming to beginners, its structured layout ensures that essential tools are easily accessible.

Installation and Setup
  • Download the latest version from the official website or FileHorse.
  • Run the installer and follow the setup wizard.
  • Choose the installation directory and configure optional settings.
  • Once installed, launch the application and connect to a PostgreSQL database by providing the host, port, username, and password.
How to Use

Connecting to a Database: Open this program, click on “Add New Server,” enter database credentials, and save the connection.

Running Queries: Navigate to the Query Tool, write SQL commands, and execute them.

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Managing Tables: Create, modify, or delete tables using the built-in GUI editor.

Monitoring Activity: View live database sessions, logs, and performance metrics.

Exporting Data: Use the backup tool to export database dumps for safekeeping or migration.

FAQ

Is pgAdmin free to use?
Yes, this software is open-source and available for free.

Can I use pgAdmin for databases other than PostgreSQL?
No, pgAdmin is specifically designed for PostgreSQL and does not support other database systems.

Does pgAdmin support SSH tunneling?
Yes, it provides an option to connect to remote PostgreSQL databases securely via SSH tunneling.

How can I reset a forgotten pgAdmin password?
You can reset the master password by deleting the app configuration files from your system’s user directory.

Why is pgAdmin slow with large databases?
Performance may degrade with large databases due to extensive UI rendering. Optimizing queries and using indexing can help.

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Alternatives

dotConnect for PostgreSQL – A premium tool with an advanced user interface and cloud synchronization.

DBeaver – A multi-database management tool with PostgreSQL support.

HeidiSQL – A lightweight and simple alternative for database administration.

Pricing

The app is completely FREE and open-source, with no premium versions or paid features.

System Requirements
  • OS: Windows 7, 8, 10, or 11 (64-bit)
  • Processor: Intel or AMD, 2 GHz or faster
  • RAM: Minimum 4GB (8GB recommended)
  • Storage: At least 500MB free space
  • PostgreSQL: Required for full functionality
PROS
  • Free and open-source
  • Comprehensive database management features
  • Intuitive GUI with SQL editor
  • Built-in query builder and performance monitoring tools
  • Supports remote and local PostgreSQL servers
CONS
  • UI can be complex for beginners
  • Slower performance with large datasets
  • Some features require technical knowledge to configure properly
Conclusion

pgAdmin is an essential tool for anyone working with PostgreSQL databases. It provides a rich set of features, including query execution, database management, and server monitoring, all within an intuitive GUI. While it may have a learning curve for beginners, it remains one of the best PostgreSQL administration tools available.

Whether you're a developer, database administrator, or data analyst, this app is a must-have software for managing PostgreSQL databases on Windows.

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What's new in this version:

New features:
- Added an ability to configure the font family for SQL editors
- Added support to automatically open a file after it is downloaded in the desktop mode
- Added support for post-connection SQL execution, which will be run automatically on each connection made to any database of the server
- Add support for restoring plain SQL database dumps
- Added support for creating Directory nodes in EPAS
- Change icon buttons to show tooltip even when disabled
- Add an option to load/replace the servers.json file on each container startup
- Open user management in a separate tab instead of a dialog to enhance UI/UX

Housekeeping:
- Added Security.md file

Fixed:
- Ensure that modal dialogs are not triggered more than once to avoid duplicates
- Change session files garbage collection strategy
- Fixed an issue where pgAdmin should fallback to main screen if the last opened screen is disconnected
- Fixed an issue where the PSQL terminal displays keyname for non alphanumeric keys
- Fixed an issue where geometries in the geometry viewer will render partially when the container was resized
- Change the stop/terminate icon at all the places for better UX
- Fixed an issue where the Schema Diff was not displaying the difference query when a table had a UNIQUE NULLS NOT DISTINCT constraint
- Fixed an issue where the query tool data grid did not respect the default value for columns of domain type when the domain had a default value
- Ensure the newly added parameters in the server dialog are incorporated into the Import/Export Servers functionality
- Fixed an issue where updating the grantee was not correctly applying the privileges
- Fixed an issue where the upgrade_check API returned an unexpected keyword argument ‘cafile’ due to changes in the urllib package supporting Python v3.13
- Fixed an issue where delete/rename was done on wrong file after sorting in Storage Manager
- Fixed an XSS vulnerability issue in the Query Tool and View/Edit Data
- Fixed a remote code execution issue in the Query Tool and Cloud Deployment
- Fixed an issue where query tool is crashing on macOS 15.4 due to a locale issue

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