Navicat for SQL Server is a cross-platform software application that provides a fully graphical interface for efficient SQL Server database management. It enables users to quickly create, edit, and delete database objects, execute SQL queries, manage data, and optimize database performance. The tool supports interactive data modeling, visual query building, analytics, and secure collaboration, making it suitable for database administrators, developers, and analysts working with SQL Server environments on Windows, macOS, or Linux.

Key Features

Data Viewer View, update, and delete records in a grid interface; includes a data profiling tool for visual analysis.

• Seamless record management in Grid View
• Visual charts for data exploration

Object Designer Manage database objects with a structured, responsive interface.

• Breaks down query writing into tabs
• Supports complex query creation

Query Edit Accelerate coding with code completion, snippets, and visual query tools.

• Visual execution plan analysis
• Interactive query builder

AI Assistant Ask natural language questions about your database and receive context-aware answers.

• Integrates with models like ChatGPT and Gemini
• Enhances query writing with schema context

Migration Transfer and synchronize data and structures between databases.

• Data and structure comparison tools
• Step-by-step migration guidance

Model Convert databases into graphical models using multiple methodologies.

• Supports Relational, Dimensional, and Data Vault 2.0
• Aligns models with actual databases

BI (Business Intelligence) Create dashboards and visualizations for large datasets.

• Interconnected charts update in real time
• Dashboard sharing capabilities

Import and Export Import/export data in formats like Excel, Access, CSV, and via ODBC.

• Supports multiple data formats
• Streamlined data transfer processes

Data Dictionary Document database elements with customizable templates.

• Automated PDF export and email sharing
• Pre-designed and personalizable templates

Data Generator Generate large volumes of realistic test data.

• Maintains referential integrity
• Customizable data generation rules

Backup and Automation GUI for SQL Server backup and batch job scheduling.

• Automate recurring tasks
• Email notifications on completion

Collaboration Cloud sync for settings, queries, and workspaces.

• Real-time access and sharing
• Supports team collaboration

Secure Connection SSH tunneling and advanced encryption for secure database access.

• Multiple encryption formats
• Secure remote connectivity

Native Design & Dark Mode Optimized for each OS platform with optional dark theme.

• Familiar, stable user experience
• Eye strain reduction with dark mode

Cross-Platform Licensing Single license transferable between Windows, macOS, and Linux.

• Flexible platform activation
• Simplifies license management

Benefits

Increased Productivity Streamlines routine database management and development tasks.

• Reduces manual effort with graphical tools
• Accelerates query and object management

Enhanced Collaboration and Security Facilitates teamwork and protects sensitive data.

• Cloud-based sharing and synchronization
• Secure connections with encryption

Optimized Database Performance Provides analytics and tools for tuning and troubleshooting.

• Visual query execution plans
• Data profiling and modeling

Cross-Platform Flexibility Supports major operating systems with a single license.

• Consistent experience across devices
• Simplifies IT management