Bubble.io and PostgreSQL integration: Step-by-Step Guide 2024

Bubble.io is a powerful no-code platform that enables you to create dynamic, data-driven web applications. PostgreSQL is an open-source object-relational database system that helps businesses store, organize, and retrieve their data efficiently. When integrated, you can access data stored in your PostgreSQL database directly from your Bubble.io application.

Here is a step-by-step guide on how to integrate Bubble.io with PostgreSQL:

Step 1: Setup your PostgreSQL Database

Before you can connect Bubble.io to PostgreSQL, you need to have a PostgreSQL database up and running.

• Visit the official PostgreSQL website and download the appropriate version of PostgreSQL for your operating system.
• Install the software, launch it, and follow the onscreen instructions to set up your database. Remember the host, port, database name, username, and password. You’ll need these details to connect Bubble.io to your database.

Step 2: Access Bubble.io's Database Connector

After setting up your database, the next step is to access Bubble.io's database connector.

• Log in to your Bubble.io account and navigate to the editor.
• Select your application or create a new one.
• In your application editor, navigate to the "Data" tab on the top menu.
• Click on "SQL Database" from the left-hand-side menu.
• Click on "Add another SQL Database."

Step 3: Configure Bubble.io's Connection to PostgreSQL

Once you have accessed Bubble.io's database connector, it is time to configure the connection.

• In the SQL Database setup page, choose PostgreSQL from the "Driver" dropdown menu.
• Enter the details of your PostgreSQL database into the respective fields:
• Connection String: This typically follows the format postgresql://username:password@hostname:port/databasename.
• Username: Enter your PostgreSQL username
• Password: Enter your PostgreSQL password.
• Database: Enter the name of your PostgreSQL database.
• Click on 'Initialize' for Bubble.io to attempt a connection to your database.

Bubble.io will now attempt to establish a connection with your PostgreSQL database. If successful, the platform will allow you to set up queries directly from the database. If the connection fails, double-check your database details and try again.

Step 4: Set up a Query

With the database connected, you can now set up and execute queries to interact with your data.

• Still in the SQL Database tab, under the "Queries" section, click on "Add another query."
• Select the type of the request you want from the "Query Type" dropdown menu. This can be either a Data modifying query or a Data fetching query.
• In the "query" text field, write your SQL query. For example, to fetch all entries from a users table, your query would be SELECT * FROM users.
• Define the result data types by clicking on "+" after "Result field definitions." Adjust the "Field key," "Field type," and "Query type."
• Click on "Save."

Your Bubble.io app is now integrated with your PostgreSQL database. You can run the query you set up to fetch or modify your data.

Step 5: Use Data in Your Application

Everything is now in place to use your data in your Bubble.io application.

• Navigate to the "Design" tab, and add an element to your app. For instance, you may want to add a text element that displays data from your database.
• Access the "Data source" option in the property editor of your selected element.
• Choose the query you set up earlier. This will fetch data from your PostgreSQL database and use it in your app.

Please note: Improper SQL commands can result in lost or corrupt data. Always double-check your queries and make sure to back up your database frequently.