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Navicat Celebrates Double Victory at the 2026 DBTA Readers' Choice Awards

Navicat has earned top honors in two primary categories at the 2026 DBTA Readers' Choice Awards, taking home Best Database Development Platform for Navicat for MySQL and Best Data Modeling Solution for Navicat Data Modeler. In addition, Navicat and Navicat Monitor were selected as finalists for Best DBA Solution and Best Database Performance Solution, respectively.

Presented annually by Database Trends and Applications magazine, the DBTA Readers' Choice Awards recognize leading data management technologies selected through voting by database administrators, developers, and IT professionals worldwide.

Driving Innovation in Modern Database Management
Securing multiple top-tier recognitions from industry professionals underscores Navicat’s ongoing commitment to building high-performance, user-centric software. As data architectures become increasingly complex, Navicat continues to expand its AI capabilities and core database ecosystem to streamline workflows, optimize query performance, and simplify complex data modeling tasks across modern cloud and on-premise environments.

2026 Award Recognition Highlights
● Best Database Development Platform (Winner) – Navicat for MySQL
Recognized as the premier development platform for MySQL environments, praised for its query optimization tools, intuitive interface, and administrative efficiency for MySQL and MariaDB users.

● Best Data Modeling Solution (Winner) – Navicat Data Modeler
Celebrated for its capabilities in enabling database architects to design, visualize, and synchronize complex data structures effortlessly through automated diagramming and comprehensive data dictionaries.

● Best DBA Solution (Finalist) – Navicat
Nominated for its multi-database connectivity and versatile management tools that empower DBAs to administer diverse database environments from a single application.

● Best Database Performance Solution (Finalist) – Navicat Monitor
Recognized for its secure, agentless approach to real-time server monitoring and proactive performance tuning across MySQL, MariaDB, PostgreSQL, and SQL Server.

Summary of Awards & Enterprise Trust
Trusted by Fortune 500 companies worldwide for database development and management, Navicat remains committed to empowering database professionals with high-performance

  ● Winner: Navicat for MySQL (Best Database Development Platform)
  ● Winner: Navicat Data Modeler (Best Data Modeling Solution)
  ● Finalist: Navicat (Best DBA Solution)
  ● Finalist: Navicat Monitor (Best Database Performance Solution)

About Navicat
Navicat develops leading database management and development software. Its flagship product, Navicat Premium, allows users to simultaneously connect to MySQL, Redis, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, MariaDB, SQLite, MongoDB and Snowflake databases from a single application.

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Navicat On-Prem Server 3.1: Now with AI and Code Snippets

Hong Kong – Navicat is excited to unveil the release of Navicat On-Prem Server 3.1. This version introduces seamless AI Assistant integration, powerful new "Ask AI" capabilities, and Code Snippets support, all designed to streamline your database operations and boost team productivity within a secure on-premises environment.

Key Features in Navicat On-Prem Server 3.1:

- AI Assistant: Get instant AI help directly within Navicat whenever you need it. Use multiple chat rooms to organize different projects and compare answers from various AI models to find the best solution.

- Ask AI: A specialized tool for direct SQL development, allowing you to convert, explain, beautify, fix and optimize queries instantly.

- Code Snippets Support: Insert a snippet into the Query Editor for faster and error-free query writing. This enhances your workflow efficiency by enabling you to instantly reuse standard SQL code blocks with a single click.

Navicat On-Prem Server 3.1 upholds our commitment to innovation, offering robust tools designed to streamline team collaboration and boost productivity. By seamlessly supporting new AI-driven functionalities and enhanced coding workflows, Navicat On-Prem Server solidifies its standing as a premier solution for secure, self-hosted database development environments.

Navicat On-Prem Server 3.1 is available for download today. For more information about the new features and to try Navicat On-Prem Server 3.1, visit: https://www.navicat.com/en/products/navicat-on-prem-server

About Navicat
Navicat develops the leading database management and development software. One of its top-rated products, Navicat Premium, allows you to simultaneously connect to MySQL, Redis, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, MariaDB, SQLite, MongoDB, and Snowflake databases from a single application. You can quickly and easily build, manage, and maintain your databases.

About PremiumSoft
PremiumSoft CyberTech Ltd. is a multinational corporation headquartered in Hong Kong. Founded in 1999, the company has developed numerous award-winning products over the years.

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Navicat On-Prem Server 3 Released: Now Support PostgreSQL Management

Navicat is thrilled to announce the release of Navicat On-Prem Server 3, now offering comprehensive support for PostgreSQL management, including Fujitsu Enterprise Postgres (FEP), KingbaseES, GaussDB, and IvorySQL. This new version allows you to maintain complete control over your data while empowering your team with seamless management of MySQL, MariaDB, and PostgreSQL.

Key Features in Navicat On-Prem Server 3:

- Expanded Database Management: Users can now manage PostgreSQL databases alongside MySQL and MariaDB seamlessly.
- User-Friendly Connection Page: A redesigned interface with a large icon menu for easier navigation and quicker access to database objects and features.
- New Database Objects: Added support for Materialized Views, Indexes, Sequences, Triggers, and Types, giving users greater control over their database structures.
- Enhanced Query Editor: Now includes code completion, code folding, and SQL beautification features, making coding more efficient and user-friendly.
- User/Role Privilege Manager: Simplifies the management of user roles and privileges, with options for showing and hiding column updates.
- Maintenance Features: Users can now maintain PostgreSQL databases and tables, as well as MySQL/MariaDB tables, ensuring optimal performance.
- Navicat On-Prem Server Portal Enhancements
   - Recent Objects: Quickly access recently used objects to streamline workflow.
   - Object Filter: Easily filter objects for a more organized management.

Navicat On-Prem Server 3 represents a significant advancement in on-premise solutions, enabling you to host a private cloud environment for managing Navicat files internally. This version's key new feature—support for PostgreSQL management—enhances basic database management capabilities, allowing teams to collaborate effectively, share data, coordinate tasks, and communicate through a centralized interface.

Navicat On-Prem Server 3 is available for download today. For more information about the new features and to try Navicat On-Prem Server 3, visit: https://www.navicat.com/products/navicat-on-prem-server

About Navicat
Navicat develops the leading database management and development software. One of its top-rated products, Navicat Premium, allows you to simultaneously connect to MySQL, Redis, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, MariaDB, SQLite, MongoDB, and Snowflake databases from a single application. You can quickly and easily build, manage, and maintain your databases.

About PremiumSoft
PremiumSoft CyberTech Ltd. is a multinational corporation headquartered in Hong Kong. Founded in 1999, the company has developed numerous award-winning products over the years.

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Navicat Celebrates Double Victory at the 2025 DBTA Readers’ Choice Awards

Navicat is thrilled to announce its victory in two prestigious categories at the 2025 DBTA Readers’ Choice Awards: Best DBA Solution for Navicat and Best Data Modeling Solution for Navicat Data Modeler. This recognition underscores our commitment to excellence in database management and development.

As a frontrunner in database solutions, Navicat continues to innovate and enhance the way users manage their data. Our flagship product, Navicat Premium, provides seamless access to multiple databases, including MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MariaDB, SQL Server, Oracle, SQLite, Redis, and Snowflake. This integration streamlines workflows, maximizes efficiency, and enables our users to focus on what matters most - leveraging their data for strategic decisions.

Navicat Data Modeler is a robust data modeling solution that empowers users to design their databases effortlessly. It won the award for its user-friendly interface and powerful features that simplify complex database modeling tasks. With capabilities like enhanced diagram design, comprehensive data dictionaries, and effective synchronization tools, it enables teams to collaborate efficiently and maintain consistency across their data environments.

The Navicat team never stops creating new features for our users. In just four months, we have released another minor version 17.3 that enhances AI capabilities, supports more databases, and includes significant UI improvements. These ongoing innovations empower our users and align with key trends in the industry, ensuring they have the tools needed to succeed.

With over 25 years of experience and more than 5 million downloads, Navicat serves a diverse client base, including Fortune 500 companies such as Apple, Google, and JP Morgan. Our unwavering focus on customer support and product development ensures that we remain at the forefront of the database management industry.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to our clients and the database community for their continued support and trust. Your feedback and engagement inspire us to push the boundaries of what is possible in data management. Navicat is committed to providing solutions that not only meet today’s challenges but also pave the way for a data-driven future.

About Navicat
Navicat develops the leading database management and development software. One of its top-rated products, Navicat Premium, allows you to simultaneously connect to MySQL, Redis, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, MariaDB, SQLite, MongoDB, and Snowflake databases from a single application. You can quickly and easily build, manage, and maintain your databases.

About PremiumSoft
PremiumSoft CyberTech Ltd. is a multinational corporation headquartered in Hong Kong. Founded in 1999, the company has developed numerous award-winning products over the years.

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Navicat 17.3 Released: New Connection Types and AI Enhancements

Navicat is excited to unveil the release of Navicat 17.3, packed with groundbreaking features that elevate database management to new heights. This version introduces support for additional connection types, cutting-edge AI enhancements, and refined user interface improvements, all designed to streamline your database operations and boost productivity.

Key Features in Navicat 17.3:

New Connection Type Support
Navicat 17.3 now supports a variety of new database connections, expanding user options and versatility:

- Fujitsu Enterprise Postgres
- Azure Cosmos DB for MongoDB
- Dameng
- KingBaseES
- IvorySQL

These additions allow users to connect seamlessly to a wider range of databases, facilitating effective data management across different platforms.

Enhanced AI Capabilities
With the introduction of advanced AI features, users can now benefit from:

- Support for three new models: Grok, Claude, and Qwen.
- Ask AI: Pin your favorite AI actions for quick access to optimize SQL performance and enhance code quality with instant suggestions and fixes.
- Compare with: Compare answer with another AI Assistant
- Change AI Assistant: Easily switch between AI assistants to find the best fit for your needs.
- Fix with AI: Quickly resolve errors with AI-driven suggestions.
- Explain SQL: AI will find the answer to explain about the sql statement that written by the customers

UI Improvements
- Color Highlighting: Enhanced text comparison with color-coded highlights for better visibility.
- Code Completion: Improved support for great-grandparent cases in code completion.
- Expand/Collapse Button: Added functionality for the Information Pane, allowing for easy expansion and contraction of content.

Navicat 17.3 upholds our commitment to innovation, offering robust tools designed to streamline database management and boost productivity. With the introduction of new connection types, advanced AI functionalities, and user interface improvements, Navicat reinforces its position as a leader in the database management sector.

Navicat 17.3 is available for download today. For more information about the new features and to try Navicat 17.3, visit: https://www.navicat.com/en/navicat-17-highlights

About Navicat
Navicat develops the leading database management and development software. One of its top-rated products, Navicat Premium, allows you to simultaneously connect to MySQL, Redis, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, MariaDB, SQLite, MongoDB, and Snowflake databases from a single application. You can quickly and easily build, manage, and maintain your databases.

About PremiumSoft
PremiumSoft CyberTech Ltd. is a multinational corporation headquartered in Hong Kong. Founded in 1999, the company has developed numerous award-winning products over the years.

For all media enquiries, please contact:
Media Relations
media@navicat.com
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