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A powerful set of certified data connectors that simplify the process of accessing enterprise data in real-time. Connect with Square data from Tableau Deskop, Tableau Server, & Tableau Data Management solutions.

Full Metadata Discovery
Intelligent rowscan, type detection, relationship exploration and support for unstructured data.

Robust SQL-92 Engine
Rich SQL-92 engine with support for bulk operations, push-down, client functions, and aggregation

Unmatched Performance
Optimized performance down to the socket level, our drivers offer unmatched performance.

Enterprise-Class Security
Advanced Security and Authentication. Secure TLS / SSL data encryption.
Certified Tableau Connectivity
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100% Certified Tableau Connectivity
Native Tableau Connectors seamlessly integrate with Tableau BI and Data Prep to enable real-time data connectivity with Square.
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Comprehensive Metadata Discovery
Extensive schema discovery capabilities for Square. Explore tables, columns, keys, and other data constructs based on user identity.
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Flexible NoSQL flattening
Easily connect Tableau directly with complex heirarchical data through flexible and extensible NoSQL flattening.
Learn more: Parsing Hierarchical Data
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Blazing Data Connectivity
Our drivers push the boundaries of data access, optimizing socket-level streaming and compression capabilities, and delivering truly exceptional data access.
Learn more: Unmatched Performance
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Easily Customizable and Configurable
The data model exposed by our Tableau Connectors 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 Security
Includes standard Enterprise-class security features such as TLS/ SSL data encryption for all client-server communications.
Complex Query Processing
The CData Square Connector contains an embedded SQL Engine that pushes supported SQL operations to the data source and processes unsupported operations client-side (Query Folding).
- Issue complex queries using SQL-92 compliant operations and clauses.
- Leverage server-side data processing for supported operations.
- Build new relationships and custom datasets.



High-Performance Data Delivery
Our Square Tableau Connector is capable of delivering exceptional real-time data access. All of our Tableau Connectors are based on a highly-efficient query engine that has been optimized down to the socket level with streaming and compression capabilities.
- Enable real-time analytics through unmatched data processing.
- Request data as quickly as possible using server-side paging and bulk capabilities.
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Square Tableau FAQ
Common questions about integrating Square with Tableau Desktop, Server, Prep, and Cloud.
How do I connect Square to Tableau?
Tableau and Square integration doesn't have to be difficult. The Square Tableau Connector enables real-time Square connectivity, eliminating the need for complex data movement or ETL processes.
How It Works
- Install the Tableau Square connector and open Tableau.
- Access live data, run SQL queries, and build dynamic dashboards.
- Publish reports to Tableau Server for seamless sharing.
That's all there is to it. With secure, high-performance Tableau Square integration, CData simplifies Square bi, analytics and reporting.
Getting Started
Does the Square Tableau Connector support Tableau Cloud?
Tableau Cloud does not support the deployment of custom connectors. As a result, deploying reports that connect Square and Tableau cloud is not possible with the CData Tableau connector for Square.
Instead, Square Tableau cloud connectivity is possible through CData Connect Cloud. Connect Cloud is a SaaS platform that provides real-time access to all your cloud data from Tableau Desktop or Tableau Cloud. No coding, installation, or special skills required.
Where can I find the Tableau Square connector download?
All of the CData Tableau Connectors for Square integration are freely available for download online. A 30-day trial of the Tableau Square download can be found alongside other supported Tableau Square integration technologies like ODBC, JDBC, ADO.NET, SQL Server SSIS, and more.
What is the difference between a Tableau Square Driver and the CData Square Tableau Connector?
Unlike a Tableau Square driver, CData offers a native Tableau Square connector for a seamless and optimized experience. Tableau drivers typically rely on an ODBC or JDBC layer, requiring separate tableau add ins, installation and configuration. A Square Tableau driver delivered this way can introduce latency due to external driver dependencies. In contrast, CData connectors provide native Tableau analytics connectivity, delivering optimized performance through direct integration.
Download the Square Connector
Building custom dashboards & reports that connect with live Square data has never been easier. Download the CData Tableau Connector for Square now, and get connected.
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