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dbdiagram.io

dbdiagram.io

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What it is

dbdiagram.io creates database relationship diagrams by letting users describe schemas in DBML, its Database Markup Language. Developers and data analysts can design diagrams in the web app, while its cloud version imports and exports SQL. Supported databases include PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, Oracle, Snowflake, and BigQuery; Oracle import uses Oracle 19c syntax. Free users can filter tables in the default view, while saving multiple customized views requires Personal Pro. Personal Pro also includes an AI Assistant for schema design, modification, and optimization through natural language, with a monthly token quota. The editor extension supports VS Code, Cursor, Windsurf, and other Open VSX-based editors, with live ERD previews from DBML files. A CLI syncs local DBML files with diagrams and can publish documentation to dbdocs.io from a terminal or CI pipeline. Free diagrams allow public link sharing; password protection and private mode require Personal Pro or Team. Free costs nothing; Personal Pro is $20 a month and Team is $60 a month. A 7-day Team trial requires a payment method and automatically charges when it ends.

Spec sheet

Purpose
dbdiagram.io creates database relationship diagrams by typing DBML, its Database Markup Language.Read 5 Oct 2026 · docs.dbdiagram.io
Integrations
Its VS Code extension also supports Cursor, Windsurf, and other Open VSX based editors, and provides live ERD previews from DBML files.Read 5 Oct 2026 · docs.dbdiagram.io
Security
Holistics reports SOC 2 Type II compliance and says dbdiagram encrypts data in transit and at rest, with servers hosted in Frankfurt, EU.Read 5 Oct 2026 · docs.dbdiagram.io
Support
Support is available by email or form Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 6 PM Singapore time, excluding weekends and Singapore public holidays.Read 5 Oct 2026 · docs.dbdiagram.io
Headquarters
SingaporeRead 28 Sep 2026 · dbdiagram.io
AI assistant
The Personal Pro AI Assistant helps design, modify, and optimize schemas through natural language and has a monthly token quota.Read 5 Oct 2026 · docs.dbdiagram.io
CLI
The dbdiagram CLI syncs local DBML files with diagrams and can publish documentation to dbdocs.io from a terminal or CI pipeline.Read 5 Oct 2026 · docs.dbdiagram.io
Data handled
The maker says dbdiagram stores schema structure and does not receive table rows or column values; dbdiagram is not HIPAA certified.Read 5 Oct 2026 · docs.dbdiagram.io
Diagram views
Users can create customized views of a database diagram; saving multiple views is a Personal Pro feature, while Free users can filter tables in the default view.Read 5 Oct 2026 · docs.dbdiagram.io
Sharing limits
Free diagrams support public link sharing; password protection and private mode require Personal Pro or Team.Read 5 Oct 2026 · docs.dbdiagram.io
SQL support
The cloud version supports SQL import and export, including Oracle SQL import using Oracle 19c syntax.Read 5 Oct 2026 · docs.dbdiagram.io
Team trial
A 7-day Team plan trial requires a payment method and automatically charges when the trial expires.Read 5 Oct 2026 · docs.dbdiagram.io
Who it serves
The maker describes dbdiagram as a tool for developers and data analysts to design database diagrams using their keyboard.Read 5 Oct 2026 · holistics.io

Plans and prices

Free Free 10 ER diagrams · 1 diagram view · 1 person per workspace Read 5 Oct 2026 · docs.dbdiagram.io
Personal Pro $20 a month $16/month annually Single user · 3 paid projects included · private diagrams · unlimited ER diagrams Read 5 Oct 2026 · docs.dbdiagram.io
Team $60 a month $50/month annually 3 editor seats included · 5 paid projects included · shared workspace Read 5 Oct 2026 · docs.dbdiagram.io
Custom Priced on request Contact for pricing SSO · organization and enterprise options Read 5 Oct 2026 · docs.dbdiagram.io

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • SQL import and export in the cloud version
  • Supports six listed database systems
  • CLI syncs local DBML files with diagrams
  • Free diagrams support public link sharing

Limits

  • Free plan allows 10 ER diagrams
  • Free workspaces allow one person
  • Private mode requires Personal Pro or Team
  • Team trial requires payment details and auto-renews

Who it suits

It suits developers and data analysts who prefer to design database diagrams using DBML. Teams needing shared workspaces, private diagrams, or password protection should consider the Team or Personal Pro plans.

Verdict

dbdiagram.io pairs a text-based diagram workflow with SQL, editor-extension, and CLI options. The free plan has limits on diagrams and workspace membership, while private sharing requires a paid plan.

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