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DB Browser for SQLite

DB Browser for SQLite is a free, open source desktop application for creating, searching, and editing SQLite and SQLCipher database files.

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#36 of 53
Score
6.1
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What DB Browser for SQLite is

DB Browser for SQLite is a free, open source desktop application for creating, searching, and editing SQLite and SQLCipher database files. It runs on Linux, macOS, and Windows. A spreadsheet-like interface supports browsing and changing records, while a full SQL query facility lets users run queries, inspect results, and review a log of SQL commands. Controls and wizards can create or compact database files and create or modify tables and indexes. The application imports and exports records as text, tables as CSV files, and databases as SQL dump files. It can also plot simple graphs from table or query data and add, change, or remove SQLCipher encryption. The project directs users to wiki documentation and links to Gitter. Its privacy policy says it does not transfer information to other networked systems unless a user or operator specifically requests it. Windows downloads include 32-bit, 64-bit, and ARM64 installers and ZIP packages; the project says ARM64 Windows has no portable version. The listed plan costs nothing for SQLite and SQLCipher files in a desktop application.

Good

  • Works with SQLite and SQLCipher files
  • Edits records through a spreadsheet-like interface
  • Imports and exports text, CSV, and SQL dumps
  • Can add, change, or remove SQLCipher encryption

Watch out

  • ARM64 Windows has no portable version
  • It is a desktop application

Who it suits

It suits people who need a no-cost desktop tool to create, inspect, query, or edit SQLite or SQLCipher files. It is available across Linux, macOS, and Windows.

Verdict

DB Browser for SQLite brings database editing, SQL queries, file operations, and several import and export routes into a free desktop app. Check the available downloads for your operating system, especially if you need a portable ARM64 Windows version.

Plans and prices

From DB Browser for SQLite's own pricing page, checked 11 Oct 2026.

All about pricing
PlanPriceWhat it gives you
DB Browser for SQLiteFreeSQLite and SQLCipher database files · desktop application

The facts

Each one read from DB Browser for SQLite's own pages, with the date it was checked.

What it does

Analysis
It can issue SQL queries, inspect results, examine a log of SQL commands, and plot simple graphs from table or query data.checked 11 Oct 2026
Code signing
The project says its Windows binaries receive free code signing from SignPath.io, with a certificate from SignPath Foundation.checked 11 Oct 2026
Database operations
Its controls and wizards can create and compact database files, create and modify tables and indexes, and browse, edit, add, or delete records.checked 11 Oct 2026
Encryption
It can add, change, or remove SQLCipher encryption from database files.checked 11 Oct 2026
History
The About page says the first version was released to the public domain on 2003-08-19.checked 11 Oct 2026
Import and export
It can import and export records as text, tables as CSV files, and databases as SQL dump files.checked 11 Oct 2026
Integrations
The download page lists Homebrew installation for macOS and AppImage, Snap, distribution packages, and source build instructions for Linux.checked 11 Oct 2026
Interface
It provides a spreadsheet-like interface and a full SQL query facility.checked 11 Oct 2026
Maintainers
The About page names @mgrojo, @lucydodo, @justinclift, and @chrisjlocke as primary maintainers, with major contributions from @scottfurry.checked 11 Oct 2026
Privacy
The privacy policy says the application does not transfer information to other networked systems unless specifically requested by the user or the person installing or operating it.checked 11 Oct 2026
Purpose
DB Browser for SQLite is a visual, open source tool for creating, searching, and editing SQLite or SQLCipher database files.checked 11 Oct 2026
Support and documentation
The project directs users to its wiki documentation and has a Gitter link in its site navigation.checked 11 Oct 2026

The company

Founded
2003checked 19 Oct 2026

Where it runs

Platforms
The project says DB4S works with Windows, macOS, and most versions of Linux and Unix.checked 11 Oct 2026
Windows builds
The download page offers 32-bit, 64-bit, and ARM64 Windows installers and ZIP packages; it says there is no portable version for ARM64 Windows.checked 11 Oct 2026

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