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The PostgreSQL ODBC Driver is a powerful tool that allows users to connect live PostgreSQL data to BI, ETL, and reporting applications. Access PostgreSQL databases from virtually anywhere &mdash download the PostgreSQL ODBC driver for Windows, install the 64-bit ODBC driver (or legacy 32-bit driver), or setup ODBC for PostgreSQL on Linux. Connect to PostgreSQL compatible databases from any application that supports ODBC connectivity.
PostgreSQL
PostgreSQL Connectivity Features
Target Service, API
The driver provides native connectivity to PostgreSQL databases including all versions from PostgreSQL 8.x onwards. Supports Amazon RDS, Azure Database for PostgreSQL, Google Cloud SQL, and on-premises deployments.
Schema, Data Model
Models PostgreSQL with access to databases, schemas, tables, views, materialized views, stored procedures, functions, and custom types. Full support for PostgreSQL's advanced data types including arrays, JSON/JSONB, and geometric types.
Key Objects
Databases, Schemas, Tables, Views, Materialized Views, Functions, Triggers, Sequences, Custom Types, Extensions, and system catalogs. Full PostgreSQL object model support.
Operations
Complete PostgreSQL SQL dialect with ANSI SQL compliance. All DML/DDL operations, function calls, CTEs, window functions, and PostgreSQL-specific features like UPSERT (ON CONFLICT) and array operations.
Authentication
PostgreSQL authentication with Username/Password, LDAP, Kerberos, and certificate-based authentication. SSL/TLS support for encrypted connections. Connection properties include Host, Port, Database, Username, Password.
Robust ODBC Access to PostgreSQL
Full-featured and consistent SQL access to any supported data source through ODBC
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Standards-Compliant ODBC
ODBC 3.8 compliant native protocol based drivers.
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Unicode, 32-bit and 64-bit support
Support 32-bit and 64-bit applications and unicode ODBC APIs.
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Cross-platform ODBC (Windows/Linux/Mac)
Available for Microsoft Windows, Unix, and Mac (macOS / OS X) platforms.
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Certified ODBC Compatibility*
Our drivers undergo extensive testing and are certified to be compatible with leading analytics and reporting applications like Tableau, Microsoft Excel, and many more.
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Embedded Remoting Capabilities
Our exclusive Remoting feature allows hosting the ODBC connection on a server to enable connections from various clients on any platform (Java, .NET, C++, PHP, Python, etc.), using any standards based technology (ODBC, JDBC, etc.). ODBC Remoting is enabled using the popular MySQL and SQL (TDS) wire protocol server.
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String, Date, Numeric SQL Functions
The driver includes a library of 50 plus functions that can manipulate column values into the desired result. Popular examples include Regex, JSON, and XML processing functions.
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Collaborative Query Processing
Our drivers enhance the data source's capabilities by additional client-side processing, when needed, to enable analytic summaries of data such as SUM, AVG, MAX, MIN, etc.
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Easily Customizable and Configurable
The data model exposed by our ODBC Drivers can easily be customized to add or remove tables/columns, change data types, etc. without requiring a new build. These customizations are supported at runtime using human-readable schema files that are easy to edit.
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Enterprise-class Secure Connectivity
Includes standard Enterprise-class security features such as TLS/ SSL data encryption for all client-server communications.
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Replication and Caching
Our replication and caching commands make it easy to copy data to local and cloud data stores such as Oracle, SQL Server, Google Cloud SQL, etc. The replication commands include many features that allow for intelligent incremental updates to cached data.
See what you can do with PostgreSQL ODBC Driver
Server
Connect to PostgreSQL from SQL Server as Linked-Server. You can query PostgreSQL from familiar Transact-SQL without need of setting up another application.
Integrate PostgreSQL to your system through popular ETL / EAI tools such as Informatica PowerCenter. Standard SQL and Stored Procedures enable fast delivery of your integration projects.
Connect PostgreSQL from any ODBC compatible tools:
Desktop
Your familiar tools can connect to PostgreSQL using CData ODBC.
- Microsoft Access
- Power Query
- DBeaver
- and more
Connect to PostgreSQL — empower every team
- Easiest way to connect to PostgreSQL
- Dashboard / Reports that connect with PostgreSQL
- Data drives business, but IT teams are overwhelmed by accessing numerous siloed sources like PostgreSQL. CData ODBC Drivers offer the fastest, easiest way to connect PostgreSQL to BI tools like SAP BusinessObjects, Crystal Reports, Qlik, or Access.
Integrate PostgreSQL to your system:
- Custom application integration with SQL
- SQL Server Linked Server
- Informatica PowerCenter
Need to integrate your internal systems with PostgreSQL? CData ODBC Drivers let you do it easily—access PostgreSQL as a SQL Server Linked Server or connect via tools like Informatica PowerCenter using an SQL-based driver, no extra middleware required.
- Data Client of your choice
- Excel, MS Access Linked-table, PowerQuery
Still exporting and importing CSVs manually or with scripts? CData ODBC Drivers give you live access to PostgreSQL — no middleware or files needed. Use your preferred tools and stay in control of your PostgreSQL data.
Frequently Asked PostgreSQL ODBC Driver Questions
Learn more about PostgreSQL ODBC drivers for data and analytics integration
Does PostgreSQL support ODBC?
Yes, the CData ODBC driver for PostgreSQL allows you to connect to PostgreSQL data from any ODBC-compliant application, just like you would access a traditional database. This can be useful for tasks like:
- Accessing PostgreSQL from applications: Connect to PostgreSQL data in popular tools and applications including Microsoft Excel, Tableau, Power BI, and many others.
- Real-time data: You can work with live PostgreSQL data within these applications, enabling tasks like reporting and analysis.
- Connecting systems: Build data integrations between PostgreSQL and other systems.
The PostgreSQL ODBC driver is an ODBC 3.8 compliant native protocol-based driver with comprehensive ANSI SQL-92 support. This means that virtually any application that can connect to data via ODBC, can use the CData ODBC driver for real-time integration. Download a fully functional free trial of the PostgreSQL ODBC driver today to get started.
Is there an ODBC driver for PostgreSQL?
Yes, the CData ODBC driver for PostgreSQL provides universal ODBC data connectivity for PostgreSQL. The PostgreSQL ODBC driver offers a simple SQL-based layer of abstraction that simplifies real-time data access for users and applications, enabling them to communicate with PostgreSQL using a standardized set of functions. Virtually any application on any platform (including Windows, macOS, or *nix) can use the CData ODBC driver for real-time integration.
How do I connect to PostgreSQL via ODBC?
Connectivity to PostgreSQL via ODBC is easy. First, download and install the PostgreSQL ODBC driver. The download page includes separate installers for Windows, macOS, and Unix, so please select the PostgreSQL ODBC driver that matches the platform where you intend to use the driver.
Once the installation is complete, navigate to the ODBC driver documentation page. Here, you'll find a wealth of information about the installed driver. The step-by-step instructions for creating a DSN and using it to connect to PostgreSQL via ODBC are just the beginning. The documentation also provides extensive configuration details for using the PostgreSQL ODBC driver with all your favorite applications and development tools, ensuring you have all the support you need.
Where can I download an ODBC driver for PostgreSQL?
All of the CData ODBC drivers, including the PostgreSQL ODBC driver are available for download online. To get started, download a fully functional free trial of the PostgreSQL ODBC driver today.
How do I install an ODBC driver for PostgreSQL?
To install the PostgreSQL driver, simply download one of the PostgreSQL ODBC driver installers available online. The download page includes separate Windows, macOS, and Unix installers, so please select the PostgreSQL ODBC driver that matches the platform where you intend to use the driver. The installers are comprehensive setup utilities that will install all the components required to use the PostgreSQL ODBC driver on your system.
Is the PostgreSQL ODBC driver 32-bit or 64-bit?
The PostgreSQL ODBC driver is available in both 32-bit and 64-bit binaries. The PostgreSQL driver installer will allow you to install both options, and you can select the ODBC driver binary that is appropriate for the system where you intend to use the driver.
Does pyODBC work with PostgreSQL?
Absolutely. The PostgreSQL ODBC driver seamlessly supports pyODBC connectivity. For example, check out this article on our online knowledgebase that demonstrates how you can connect to PostgreSQL from PyCharm using pyODBC and the PostgreSQL ODBC driver.
However, besides ODBC support, we also provide native Python data connectivity for PostgreSQL. To learn more, check out the PostgreSQL Python Connector online.
