YourQL review
A free desktop SQL assistant for read-only database exploration with configurable AI models.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
YourQL is a local desktop application for asking database questions in natural language. It converts user requests into SQL, runs read-only queries, and presents results as interactive tables, charts, and plain-English summaries. It is aimed at individuals who want a free SQL assistant without creating an account, with versions for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Database support includes MySQL, MariaDB, PostgreSQL, SQLite, SQL Server, Snowflake, BigQuery, and Redshift, along with CSV, Excel, and Google Sheets data sources.
Its main strength is the breadth of its query workflow. YourQL can inspect database schemas, generate intermediate exploration queries, correct SQL errors automatically, and retain conversations and message history. Custom prompts, business rules, and reusable skills allow the assistant to reflect specific working preferences. The application can connect to OpenAI, Anthropic, Ollama, and Google AI models, while its local desktop design supports cloud or local model configurations. That combination gives individuals flexibility over both database connections and AI providers.
YourQL is most suitable for read-only analysis, discovery, and reporting rather than database administration or operational workflows. Read-only query safety is a clear boundary: the product does not provide verified write operations. It also lacks web access and enterprise controls, which limits its fit for teams that need broader governance features. The latest listed release, v0.4.7, is marked pre-release, so buyers should consider that release status when evaluating it for important workflows. Choose YourQL for free, local, natural-language database exploration; choose an alternative when write access, enterprise controls, or web-connected research are central requirements.
YourQL pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Free desktop app with no login or sign-up required
- Supports major SQL databases plus Google Sheets and AI providers
- Combines SQL generation, error correction, charts, and summaries
- Where it doesn't
- Read-only querying does not support write operations
- No web access or enterprise controls
- Latest listed release, v0.4.7, is marked pre-release
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