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Introduction
SayQL is the safe way to query production databases without being a SQL expert. Say what you need in plain English. SayQL knows your schema, writes the SQL, and changes nothing unless you say so.
InstallDownload and open SayQL on macOS, Windows or Linux.
Choose your AIClaude, OpenAI, Gemini, a local model and more.
Ask in EnglishQuestions, follow-ups, fixes and Improve.
How it works
- Type what you want in the Ask box, in plain English. Pick tables in the navigator to point SayQL at the right place.
- Read the SQL as it streams into the editor. Follow up to change it: "only Canada", "sort by date".
- Run it safely. Queries run read-only; anything that could change data asks you first.
SayQL follows your system's light or dark mode. Switch it with the sun and moon button in the top bar.
Next steps
- Install SayQL and open it for the first time.
- Pick an AI provider, or run a model on your own computer.
- Connect your database, or start with the demo.
Guides
- Ask PostgreSQL questions in plain English
- Text-to-SQL for MySQL and MariaDB
- Query SQL Server and Azure SQL in plain English
- Let your team query production safely
- Write SQL with a local AI (Ollama or LM Studio)
Something missing or unclear? Ask in Discussions.