Adminer

Adminer is database management in a single PHP file. It is free for commercial and non-commercial use under the Apache License or GPL 2.

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Adminer is a developer tools perk from Adminer, free for commercial use, with no funding required.

Value: Free for commercial use
Who qualifies: No funding needed
Benefit type: Free plan
Terms: Verified

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What you get

Inside Adminer

The Adminer home page says it is free for commercial and non-commercial use under the Apache License or GPL 2. It is available for MySQL, MariaDB, PostgreSQL, SQLite, MS SQL and Oracle, with more databases through plugins. It supports PHP 5.3+, 7 and 8 with enabled sessions.

Source: The provider's official program page

Eligibility

Who it's for

Free plan Any startup

Funding / backing: No funding needed
Geography: Global
Recurring / expiry: Free software with no end date stated.
Other requirements: Needs a PHP web server with sessions enabled. Other databases are available through plugins.

How to claim

How to apply for Adminer

Steps to apply

1Download the Adminer PHP file from adminer.org.
2No application is needed.

Good to know: Plans read on adminer.org on October 29, 2026.

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Source: The provider's official program page

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Questions

Adminer: common questions

What do you get with Adminer?

Adminer is free for commercial use.

Who qualifies for Adminer?

Adminer is open to any startup, with no funding required. Needs a PHP web server with sessions enabled. Other databases are available through plugins.

Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get Adminer?

No. Adminer is open to any startup that meets the stated criteria, no investor or accelerator backing required.

How do I apply for Adminer?

Download the Adminer PHP file from adminer.org. No application is needed.

How long do I have to use Adminer, and does it expire?

Free software with no end date stated.

Is Adminer available outside the US?

Adminer is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.

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