When a browser tool is useful
A web-based viewer is convenient for one-off database inspection, support work, classroom exercises, exported app databases and environments where you cannot install software. The app loads from the web, but the selected database is processed locally in the browser.
Capabilities available without installation
- Search and browse tables and views.
- Execute SELECT statements and inspect paginated results.
- Use multiple query and database tabs.
- Add, edit or delete safely identifiable rows.
- Generate an ER diagram with columns, types and keys.
- Export results or schema formats.
- Download the current modified database.
Browser tool or desktop application?
A desktop application remains a better choice for extremely large databases, encrypted extensions, continuous production administration, advanced index analysis or direct filesystem locking. A browser tool is strongest when you value speed, portability and local processing for an ordinary SQLite file.
Privacy considerations
Confirm that the page is served over HTTPS and use a trusted copy of the application. SQLite Viewer does not require a database upload, but browser extensions and the device itself remain part of your security environment.