Browse, explore, and export SQLite database files online. View tables, export to CSV, download as ZIP - all without installing any software.
Features
- Browse & Analyze Database: Instantly open and explore SQLite database files in your browser. View tables, examine data structure, search and filter content without installing any software.
- Export to CSV Format: Export any table to CSV format with one click. Automatically handles special characters, escapes quotes, and generates standard-compliant CSV files for use in Excel, Google Sheets, or data analysis tools.
- Batch Export as ZIP: Download all database tables at once as a compressed ZIP archive. Each table is exported as a separate CSV file, perfect for backup, migration, or sharing complete database exports.
- Real-time Data Inspection: Explore table contents with virtual scrolling, pagination, and real-time search. Copy cell values to clipboard, view schema definitions, and analyze table relationships with an intuitive interface.
Use Cases
- Mobile App Database Inspection: Extract and inspect SQLite databases from mobile applications (iOS, Android) for debugging, data analysis, and development. View app data structures, verify data integrity, and export data for backup or migration purposes.
- Development and Debugging: Browse local SQLite databases during development, inspect table structures, verify data insertion, and debug database-related issues. Essential for developers working with SQLite in web applications, desktop apps, or embedded systems.
- Data Analysis and Reporting: Export SQLite data to CSV for analysis in Excel, Google Sheets, or data analysis tools. Extract specific tables or entire databases for reporting, data visualization, and business intelligence purposes.
- Database Backup and Migration: Export SQLite databases to CSV or ZIP format for backup, migration to other database systems, or sharing data with team members. Useful for creating database snapshots, transferring data between systems, and maintaining data archives.
Usage Guide
- Step 1: Select or upload a SQLite database file.
- Step 2: Browse tables and view data structure.
- Step 3: Explore data, copy values, and analyze schema.
Technical Details
SQLite Database File Structure
SQLite databases are single-file databases with a well-defined binary format. The file header contains database metadata, page size, and version information. Data is organized in pages (typically 4KB), with B-tree structures for tables and indexes. The browser parses the SQLite file format to extract schema information, table definitions, and data pages. It handles different SQLite versions (3.x) and can read both in-memory and file-based databases.
Schema Parsing and Table Discovery
The browser queries SQLite's internal schema tables (sqlite_master, sqlite_schema) to discover all user tables, views, indexes, and triggers. It parses CREATE TABLE statements to extract column definitions, data types, constraints, and default values. The tool handles complex schemas with foreign keys, check constraints, and custom data types. Schema parsing includes table relationships, index information, and view definitions for complete database structure visualization.
Data Retrieval and Virtual Scrolling
For large tables, the browser implements virtual scrolling to display only visible rows, loading data on-demand using LIMIT and OFFSET queries. It supports pagination, sorting, and filtering without loading entire tables into memory. The tool handles different data types (TEXT, INTEGER, REAL, BLOB, NULL) and provides appropriate formatting for each type. BLOB data can be displayed as hex dumps or base64-encoded strings for inspection.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is this SQLite browser tool used for?
- This tool allows you to browse, explore, and export SQLite database files directly in your web browser. You can view table structures, examine data, search and filter records, and export tables to CSV format or download all tables as a ZIP archive. It's perfect for developers, data analysts, and anyone who needs to inspect SQLite databases without installing desktop software.
- How do I use this SQLite browser?
- Simply click the 'Select SQLite File' button and choose a .db, .sqlite, or .sqlite3 file from your computer. The tool will automatically load and display all tables. You can then browse table data, view schema definitions, search for specific records, and export individual tables to CSV or download all tables as a ZIP file.
- Is this tool free to use?
- Yes, this SQLite browser is completely free. No registration, payment, or account creation is required. You can use it online immediately without any restrictions or limitations. All processing happens locally in your browser for maximum privacy and security.
- Is my database data safe and private?
- Yes, your data is completely safe. The tool processes all files entirely in your browser using the FileReader API - no data is ever uploaded to any server. Files are read client-side only, and nothing is stored or transmitted. This ensures complete privacy and security for your sensitive database files.
- What SQLite file formats are supported?
- The tool supports all standard SQLite file formats including .db, .sqlite, and .sqlite3 files. It works with SQLite version 3.x databases and can handle both file-based and in-memory databases. The browser validates file headers to ensure compatibility before processing.
- What export formats are available?
- You can export individual tables as CSV (Comma-Separated Values) files, which are compatible with Excel, Google Sheets, and most data analysis tools. You can also export all tables at once as a ZIP archive, where each table is saved as a separate CSV file. CSV exports automatically handle special characters and proper escaping.
- What is the maximum file size supported?
- The tool can handle SQLite databases of various sizes, but very large files (over 100MB) may take longer to process depending on your browser's memory limits. The tool uses efficient virtual scrolling and on-demand data loading to handle large tables without loading everything into memory at once.
- Can I edit the database in the browser?
- No, this tool operates in read-only mode for safety. You can browse, search, filter, and export data, but you cannot modify, insert, update, or delete records. This prevents accidental data loss and ensures data integrity. For editing, you would need to use a desktop SQLite management tool.
Related Documentation
- SQLite Official Website - Official SQLite database engine documentation
- SQLite Tutorial - Comprehensive SQLite tutorial and guide
- MDN - SQL - Structured Query Language overview
- SQLite Documentation - Complete SQLite documentation and reference
- W3Schools - SQL - SQL tutorial and examples