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Practical guides for choosing a PostgreSQL client, connecting hosted databases, and handling everyday PostgreSQL workflows on Mac.
Evergreen PostgreSQL GUI guides · Mac workflows · Hosted Postgres providers
These guides cover the main questions developers ask when working with PostgreSQL on macOS: which client to use, how to connect to hosted databases, and how to complete common tasks without rebuilding command-line workflows.
Choose the right tool
PostgreSQL Clients
PostgreSQL GUI for Mac
Browse tables, inspect data, run queries, and manage local or remote PostgreSQL databases from one desktop app.
2026 comparison guideBest PostgreSQL Client for Mac
Compare Postico, TablePlus, pgAdmin, DBeaver, and Simple PostgreSQL for common Mac database workflows.
Alternative guidePostico Alternative for Mac
See how Simple PostgreSQL compares for developers who want a focused PostgreSQL-only client.
Connect hosted databases
Hosted PostgreSQL
Connect to a Remote PostgreSQL Database on Mac
Understand connection strings, SSL settings, hostnames, ports, and common troubleshooting steps.
Provider guideHeroku Postgres GUI
Connect to Heroku Postgres, enable SSL, browse tables, inspect records, and run SQL visually.
Provider guideSupabase GUI for Mac
Connect to Supabase Postgres with a desktop client and inspect application data from your Mac.
Provider guideNeon Postgres GUI
Save Neon project and branch connections, then browse tables and run SQL from a desktop workflow.
Everyday tasks
PostgreSQL Workflows
Want a focused PostgreSQL client for these workflows?
Use Simple PostgreSQL to connect, browse tables, run SQL, and import or export CSV from one Mac desktop app.
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