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dbFront

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dbFront is a RAD (Rapid Application Development) tool that connects directly to an existing SQL Server, Oracle, or MySQL database and automatically generates a secure, intuitive web application for managing that data, with no coding required. It dynamically updates itself as the underlying database structure changes and provides features such as built-in reporting, search, row-level security, and workflow support. It can be installed on a single server or distributed across database, application, and web servers (DMZ setup).

What it's for

Build client applications from existing databases without codingManage and secure business dataRun reports and generate exports (CSV, DOC, PDF, RTF, TSV, XLS)Submit and process expense reports with workflow and approvalTrack assets and calculate depreciationDelegate data management tasks to non-technical staffDeploy data marts or user portals for specific projects

Features 20

Automated QA Testing
Automated Security Scan to alert administrators of issues
Automatically generates web applications from existing databases (SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL)
Built-in template-based Quick Reports for ad-hoc reporting
Child table support for both 1-M and 1-1 relationships
Configurable relationship display (arrange, rename, hide related tables)
Database-managed Table Security
Dynamically updates the interface as database structure changes
No-code/low-code interface generation
Parameterized queries to prevent SQL injection
Responsive design from smartphone to 4K monitor
Row Level Security using SQL expressions
Simple, Advanced, Full-Text, and Custom search functionality
Single Sign-On integration (Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, Okta, SAML)
Single-select and multi-select foreign key lookups
Stored Procedures triggered by Action Buttons with multiple recordset support
Support for database Table Views
Support for PDF Forms, Excel Templates, and Crystal Reports
Support for Windows and Database authentication
Workflow implemented within the database using status/workflow tables

At a glance

free tierfree trialself-hostable

TypeWeb app

DeploymentHybrid

PlatformsWeb, Windows

ForDBAs, Analysts, IT Managers, Database Administrators, Operations & Business Leaders, Data Engineers

CompanyBig Ideas Computing Ltd. · 2015

Integrations

Microsoft Entra IDOktaSAMLActive DirectorySAP Crystal ReportsMicrosoft ExcelOracleMicrosoft SQL ServerMySQL

Pricing

dbFront licenses are perpetual (non-expiring), one-time purchases rather than monthly subscriptions (Pro $249, Enterprise $749, Site $1,499). The pricing table can be toggled between CAD, EUR, GBP, and USD. First year of Support & Maintenance is included with purchase; renewal costs differ per plan ($83/$249/$499).

TrialFree

30-day free trial with unlimited databases/users; Server license type.

30-day expiry; unlimited databases and users during trial; 1 webserver

FreeFree

Continues automatically after the 30-day trial if no purchase is made.

No expiry; 1 database; 3 users; 3 PDF form exports (no import); 1 webserver

ProQuote

Stated price: 249 (one-time perpetual license). Currency shown could not be confirmed as USD; site offers a CAD/EUR/GBP/USD toggle and states 'Canadian Pricing converted for your convenience'. Includes 1 year of Support & Maintenance; renews at 83/year.

No expiry; unlimited databases; up to 100 users; unlimited PDF forms; 1 webserver; Server license

EnterpriseQuote

Stated price: 749 (one-time perpetual license). Currency ambiguity as above. Includes 1 year of Support & Maintenance; renews at 249/year.

No expiry; unlimited databases and users; unlimited PDF forms; 1 webserver; Server license

SiteQuote

Stated price: 1499 (one-time perpetual Site license, covers 3 webservers). Currency ambiguity as above. Includes 1 year of Support & Maintenance; renews at 499/year.

No expiry; unlimited databases and users; unlimited PDF forms; 3 webservers; Site license