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How to Open a SQLite File Online
Opening a SQLite database file in the browser takes just a few seconds.
Step-by-Step
- Open the SQLite Browser tool.
- Drag your database file onto the drop zone, or click to browse. Supported extensions:
.sqlite,.db,.sqlite3,.db3. - The file is loaded into memory and you'll see the file name displayed. Tables appear in the Tables tab at the bottom.
- Start browsing tables by clicking their names, or write SQL in the query editor.
Creating a New Database
If you don't have a file, click "Create empty database" to start with a blank in-memory SQLite instance. You can create tables and insert data using SQL, then export the result as a .sqlite file.
Where to Find SQLite Files
- Mobile apps (iOS/Android) often store data in SQLite databases
- Electron and desktop apps frequently use SQLite
- Web browsers store history, cookies, and bookmarks in SQLite
- Many Python, Ruby, and PHP frameworks use SQLite for development
- IoT devices and embedded systems commonly use SQLite
Troubleshooting
- If you get "Failed to open database", the file may be corrupted or not a valid SQLite file
- Encrypted SQLite databases (e.g. SQLCipher) are not supported
- Very large files may take a moment to load depending on your device's memory