Audience
Developers and database managers looking for a database client solution to connect to a local PostgreSQL server in order to manage databases
About Postico
Postico is a database client. Postico can connect to a local PostgreSQL server running on your Mac, or to remote servers running on a different computer. If you want to install a local PostgreSQL server on your Mac, I recommend Postgres.app. Postgres.app starts a PostgreSQL server running locally on your Mac. The first time it starts it will automatically create a new data directory and set up an empty database. After a few moments, the server will be running and waiting for connections. Postgres.app can't start when another PostgreSQL server is already running on your computer. If you run into problems, make sure to deactivate or uninstall other PostgreSQL installations. Reboot your computer after uninstalling! To connect to a PostgreSQL server with Postico, you must first create a favorite. A favorite contains parameters for connecting to a server. Some connection parameters are optional.
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Postico Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What kinds of users and organization types does Postico work with?
Postico works with these users and organization types: Mid Size Business, Small Business, Enterprise, Freelance, Nonprofit, Government, and Startup.
Q: What languages does Postico support in their product?
Postico supports these languages: English.
Q: What kind of support options does Postico offer?
Postico offers support via online.
Q: What other applications or services does Postico integrate with?
Postico integrates with: EDB Postgres Advanced Server, PostgresML, and PostgreSQL.
Q: What type of training does Postico provide?
Postico provides training in the form of documentation and in person.
