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SQLyog
What SQLyog is
SQLyog is a desktop graphical interface for developing and administering MySQL and MariaDB databases across physical, virtual, and cloud environments. It can compare and synchronize database schemas and data, edit data, and build queries visually. For SELECT statements, its Query Profiler provides query analysis, and query history helps users revisit earlier work. SQLyog can also schedule MySQL backups and export results in SQL, CSV, HTML, XML, and Excel formats.
Connections can use the direct MySQL C API, SSH or HTTP tunneling, HTTPS tunneling, and SSL encryption; SSL connections support TLS 1.3. Tunneling is available in the Professional, Enterprise, and Ultimate editions. Listed cloud environments include Amazon RDS for MySQL or MariaDB, Aurora, Azure Database for MySQL, Google Cloud SQL for MySQL, Oracle MySQL Cloud Service, Amazon EC2, and Microsoft Azure Virtual Machines. ODBC databases can be used to import or migrate data and structures into MySQL.
SQLyog is sold as a perpetual license from $299 per user, with first-year maintenance included. The SQLyog Ultimate trial runs for 14 days and does not require a credit card. Webyog is an Idera, Inc. company.
Who it suits
SQLyog suits database developers and administrators working with MySQL or MariaDB who want schema and data synchronization, visual query building, and scheduled backups in a desktop tool. It may also suit teams moving data or structures from ODBC databases into MySQL or connecting to the listed cloud database environments.
What it does well
- Compares and synchronizes database schemas and data.
- Builds queries visually and profiles SELECT queries.
- Schedules MySQL backups.
- Exports results in five formats, including CSV and Excel.
- Supports SSH tunneling and TLS 1.3 for SSL connections.
What to know first
- There is no free plan.
- The perpetual license starts at $299 per user.
- Tunneling features are limited to Professional, Enterprise, and Ultimate editions.
- Webyog does not provide native Mac OS X binaries.
Limits
There is no free plan. The SQLyog Ultimate trial lasts 14 days; tunneling features are available in Professional, Enterprise, and Ultimate editions.
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| SQLyog | Perpetual license; first year maintenance included · 1–10 users; 10+ users: quote request; volume discounts available | $299, paid once |
As webyog.com lists them, read 9 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Getting started
- Visit https://webyog.com/product/sqlyog/.
- Choose a paid perpetual license or the SQLyog Ultimate 14-day trial.
- For the trial, no credit card is required.
- Use SQLyog as desktop software on Windows, Linux, or macOS; Webyog documents Linux and Unix use through Wine.
Verdict
Choose SQLyog if you need a desktop interface for MySQL or MariaDB administration with visual query tools, synchronization, and scheduled backups. Look elsewhere if you require a free plan or native Mac binaries; Linux and Unix use is documented through Wine.
Questions
How much does SQLyog cost?
The SQLyog plan is a perpetual license at $299 per user, with first-year maintenance included. For 10+ users, Webyog asks buyers to request a quote; volume discounts are available.
Is there a free plan or trial?
There is no free plan. SQLyog Ultimate has a 14-day trial, and no credit card is required.
Which operating systems does SQLyog support?
It is listed for Linux, macOS, and Windows. Webyog does not provide native Mac OS X binaries and documents Linux and Unix use through Wine.
Which databases does SQLyog administer?
SQLyog is a frontend for MySQL and MariaDB administration. ODBC databases can be used to import or migrate data and structures into MySQL.
Who makes SQLyog?
Webyog says it is an Idera, Inc. company and lists Webyog Softworks Private Limited in Bangalore, India.
Does SQLyog support SSH tunneling?
Yes. Tunneling features are available in the Professional, Enterprise, and Ultimate editions.
Facts from SQLyog's own pages
- Backups
- SQLyog can schedule MySQL backups. · webyog.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Cloud compatibility
- The product page lists Amazon RDS for MySQL/MariaDB and Aurora, Azure Database for MySQL, Google Cloud SQL for MySQL, and Oracle MySQL Cloud Service. · webyog.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Cloud VMs
- The product page lists Amazon EC2 and Microsoft Azure Virtual Machines as compatible MySQL cloud VM environments. · webyog.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Connectivity
- SQLyog supports direct MySQL C API connections, SSH and HTTP tunneling, HTTPS tunneling, and SSL encryption; the knowledge base says tunneling features are available in Professional, Enterprise, and Ultimate editions. · webyog.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Database scope
- SQLyog is a frontend for administering MySQL databases; Webyog says it can use ODBC databases for importing or migrating data and structures into MySQL. · faq.webyog.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Maker
- Webyog says it is an Idera, Inc. company and lists Webyog Softworks Private Limited in Bangalore, India. · webyog.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Platform limitation
- Webyog says it does not provide native Mac OS X binaries for SQLyog. · faq.webyog.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Platform support
- SQLyog supports Windows Vista/2008 and later; Webyog also documents running it on Linux and Unix environments using Wine. · faq.webyog.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- SQLyog is a MySQL GUI for database development and administration, including managing MySQL and MariaDB in physical, virtual, and cloud environments. · webyog.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Query tools
- SQLyog includes a visual query builder and a Query Profiler for SELECT queries. · webyog.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Schema and data sync
- SQLyog can compare and synchronize database schemas and data. · webyog.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Security
- SQLyog supports TLS 1.3 encryption for SSL connections, according to its 13.3.0 release notes. · webyog.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Support
- Webyog's contact page invites SQLyog questions and says a team member will get back to the user. · webyog.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Trial
- SQLyog Ultimate is offered as a free 14-day trial, and its trial page says no credit card is required. · webyog.com, 9 Oct 2026
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