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HeidiSQL 12.12.0.7122 LATEST
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HeidiSQL_12.12.0.7122_Setup.exe
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It offers a user-friendly interface that allows developers and database administrators to browse, edit, and execute SQL scripts seamlessly.

Initially developed by Ansgar Becker, HeidiSQL has grown into one of the most popular lightweight database management solutions.
Key Features
Multi-Database Support: It works with MySQL, MariaDB, PostgreSQL, and SQL Server, making it a versatile choice for database management.
Query Editor: A powerful SQL editor with syntax highlighting, auto-completion, and query history.
Data Import/Export: Supports importing and exporting databases in various formats, including CSV, SQL, and XML.
Database Synchronization: Allows synchronization between local and remote databases.
User Management: Provides a graphical user interface for managing user privileges and roles.
Table and Index Management: Enables the creation, modification, and deletion of tables and indexes.
Performance Monitoring: Offers real-time insights into database performance and query execution times.
SSH Tunneling: Securely connects to remote databases using SSH tunneling.
Customizable Interface: Allows users to adjust UI settings, themes, and shortcuts for a personalized experience.
User Interface
The app features a clean and organized interface designed for efficiency. The left-side panel displays the available databases and their respective tables, while the right-side panel provides a query editor and data view.

The tabbed interface ensures that users can work on multiple queries simultaneously. Syntax highlighting and query auto-completion make SQL scripting more intuitive.
Installation and Setup
- Download the latest version from the official website or FileHorse.
- Run the installer and follow the setup wizard.
- Choose database drivers for MySQL, MariaDB, PostgreSQL, or SQL Server.
- Enter connection details, including hostname, username, password, and database.
- Test the connection and save session settings for future use.
Connect to a Database: Open HeidiSQL and create a new session with the required database credentials.
Browse Databases: Explore database schemas, tables, and views using the left-side navigation panel.
Execute Queries: Write SQL scripts in the editor and run queries with the execution button.

Manage Tables: Add, modify, or delete tables and indexes directly through the GUI.
Export and Import Data: Use the data export/import feature to migrate data between different databases.
FAQs
Is HeidiSQL free to use?
Yes, this software is completely free and open-source.
Does HeidiSQL support remote database connections?
Yes, it allows remote database access via SSH tunneling and direct TCP/IP connections.
Can I use HeidiSQL on macOS or Linux?
No, this program is designed for Windows, but it can run on macOS and Linux using Wine.
Does HeidiSQL support stored procedures?
Yes, it allows users to view, edit, and execute stored procedures.
How does HeidiSQL compare to MySQL Workbench?
HeidiSQL is lighter and faster but lacks some advanced visualization features present in MySQL Workbench.

Alternatives
MySQL Workbench – A more feature-rich tool with data modeling and visualization capabilities.
DBeaver – A multi-platform alternative supporting numerous database systems.
Navicat – A premium database management tool with a robust feature set.
SQLyog – A Windows-based MySQL GUI with enterprise-level features.
Pricing
This tool is 100% free and open-source, making it an excellent choice for developers and database administrators who require a cost-effective solution.
System Requirements
- OS: Windows 7, 8, 10, or 11
- Processor: Intel or AMD 1 GHz or faster
- RAM: 2GB minimum (4GB recommended)
- Storage: 50MB free disk space
- Database Support: MySQL, MariaDB, PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server
- Lightweight and fast compared to other database tools.
- Supports multiple database types.
- Free and open-source with active community support.
- User-friendly interface with syntax highlighting.
- SSH tunneling for secure remote access.
- Only available for Windows (requires Wine for macOS/Linux).
- Lacks advanced visualization tools found in MySQL Workbench.
- Does not support Oracle or other proprietary databases.
- UI design is functional but lacks modern aesthetics.
- Limited built-in reporting features.
HeidiSQL is an excellent choice for developers and database administrators looking for a lightweight, efficient, and free database management tool for Windows. With multi-database support, a powerful SQL editor, and seamless data import/export capabilities, it simplifies database operations while maintaining high performance.
What's new in this version:
- The v12.12 release now abandons the 32 bit portable releases and nightly builds. Only 64 bit releases from now on.
- Back in Jan 2019, for v10.0, I created the first 64 bit release with the support of the Delphi 10.3 at that time. Since that release I provided both 32 and 64 bit releases for more than 6 years now. Due to the decreasing availability of 32 bit drivers and libraries, and with a user base of ~0.5% it makes sense to safe the effort for these. Note the previous releases with 32 bit variants are still available on the download page.
- Also notable: heidisql.com has been moved to Manitu, an excellent hosting provider in Germany. Update checks, SQL formatting and statistic calls should benefit from the enhanced speed.
New stuff:
- Support for trigger editing on SQLite
3rd party updates:
- Upgrade compiler to Delphi 12.3.
- Update MariaDB Connector/C to v3.4.7
- Add MySQL Connector libmysql v9.0.4
- Update SQLite libraries to v3.50.4
- Update SQLite multiple cipher libraries to v2.2.4
- Update PostgreSQL libpq/17 to v17.0.6
- Update PostgreSQL libpq/15 to v15.0.14
- Remove PostgreSQL libpq/10 and 12, depending on the outdated and insecure libssl v1.1.1w
- Update Virtual-TreeView component to v8.2 from Sep 5 2025
Fixes and enhancements:
- fix reading and writing user limitations in newer MySQL versions
- rephrase SQL query for retrieving the oid of citext data type, to prevent errors in the server logs
- fix height of grid column header
- support table comment syntax when creating new PostgreSQL tables
- se N(ational) prefix on MS SQL strings on all quoted strings, regardless of their exact data type, to support Unicode in meta queries as well
- remove fallback to insecure http calls when https failed
- use N(ational) prefix in MS SQL for any text value going through the second version of EscapeString(), supporting Unicode now when importing a file into a table.
- Fix unsaved highlighter selection of default "General"
- Fix memory leak
- call FixVT() in FormCreate consequently, so the trees do not change their row height after the second use. Also increase TextMargin and reduce Margin.
- keep UserKnownHostsFile enabled in ssh.exe mode, so the message saying "permanently added xyz to the list of known hosts" is telling the truth now
- Do not require a "Content-Length" response header in THttpDownload. Responses mostly come compressed with "Transfer-Encoding: chunked" and then need hacks to get a Content-Length header
- support MariaDB's COMPRESSED attribute for columns in table editor
- suppress prompt to save a yet unknown host key in ssh.exe mode, by disabling StrictHostKeyChecking and UserKnownHostsFile . I have no clue to where ssh.exe sends that message, it's neither in stdOut nor in stdErr.
- fix input being ignored by plink by adding a linefeed after y/n
- add -legacy-stdio-prompts argument only to plink v0.82 or newer, not on older versions
- fix detection of column length in SQLite, when the column type contains a space before parenthesis
- add type prefix to export file name, when exporting one file per object, to fix overwriting same filename for different object types
- don't disable completion proposal when cursor is right besides a string or comment
- Remove subpart from column indexes when user changed its data type to non-text
- expect some more characters to indicate a boundary for an identifier: ! < >
- Table data generator: use only space, new line and letters in text columns, and limit to 1024 characters
- move foreign key column value behind the text value, in the grid foreign key drop-down, so a user may select an item by typing letters
- Leave space for column id in grid column headers
- Invisible virtual column syntax is generated wrong
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