Download Xata JDBC Driver
What Is a JDBC Driver?
A JDBC driver is a Java library file (.jar) that enables Java applications — including DbSchema — to communicate with a database over a standard API. The driver translates generic JDBC calls into the network protocol understood by Xata, so you never have to write low-level socket code. Drivers are typically distributed by the database vendor or as open-source projects.
Understanding the JDBC URL
Every JDBC driver identifies the target database through a connection URL. The URL encodes the hostname, port, database name, and any driver-specific parameters as a single string. The exact syntax varies per driver — the details for Xata are listed in the section below.
Download the Xata JDBC Driver
Xata is a serverless database platform built on PostgreSQL that adds built-in full-text search, branching, and a spreadsheet-like UI for data management. It is designed for modern web applications that need a combination of relational data storage and search capabilities without managing separate infrastructure. Xata supports database branching for safe schema migrations across environments.
Xata JDBC Driver Details
- Required File(s): postgresql-xxx.jar
- Java Driver Class: org.postgresql.Driver
- JDBC URL: jdbc:postgresql://{HOST}:{PORT}/{DB}
- Website: Xata
Xata provides a direct PostgreSQL connection URL accessible from the Xata dashboard (Settings → PostgreSQL endpoint). Requires sslmode=require. Use the PostgreSQL JDBC driver for connectivity. The direct PostgreSQL endpoint supports standard SQL queries against Xata tables.
DbSchema and Xata
DbSchema connects to Xata via its PostgreSQL-compatible endpoint using the standard JDBC driver, enabling visual schema exploration across Xata database branches, SQL query execution, and documentation of Xata table structures including full-text search column types.
Have connection issues? Contact the DbSchema team for help.
Explore Xata Visually with DbSchema
Once the JDBC driver is configured, DbSchema connects to your Xata database and gives you a full graphical workbench — no command-line required. Available as a free Community Edition and a full-featured PRO Edition. No registration needed to get started.
Interactive ER Diagrams
Reverse-engineer your Xata schema into a drag-and-drop ER diagram. Arrange tables visually, add new columns, define foreign keys, and let DbSchema generate the DDL — all without writing SQL by hand.
Visual Query Builder
Compose Xata queries by clicking on tables and columns — no SQL knowledge required. Add joins, filters, groupings, and aggregations through a point-and-click interface, then copy the generated SQL or run it directly against the live database.
Relational Data Explorer
Browse Xata table data and follow foreign key relationships across tables in a single view. Edit cells inline, filter rows, and paginate through large datasets — all without leaving the explorer.
Schema Synchronization
Compare your Xata schema across development, staging, and production environments. DbSchema generates the exact ALTER statements needed to close the gap and lets you review every change before executing — reducing the risk of unintended schema drift.
SQL Editor
Write and execute Xata queries in the integrated SQL editor with schema-aware autocomplete, syntax highlighting, and instant result display. Run scripts, inspect execution plans, and export results to CSV or JSON from a single interface.
HTML Schema Documentation
Generate a static HTML site documenting every table, column, type, index, and relationship in your Xata schema. Share it with your team or embed it in your project wiki — no extra tooling required.
For the full feature list and edition comparison, visit the DbSchema PRO Edition page.