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FlexTable connects over more than a plain host and port. Depending on the engine, you can also secure or route the connection in the ways below. Configure these in the connection form (see Connect to a database).

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SSL / TLS

For PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, and Redis, enable SSL and pick a mode:
ModeMeaning
disableNo TLS
preferUse TLS if the server offers it
requireTLS required, certificate not verified
verify-caTLS and verify the server certificate against a CA
verify-fullverify-ca and verify the hostname
You can supply a custom CA certificate, and where supported a client certificate and key for mutual TLS.
Use verify-full for managed or cloud databases.

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SSH tunnel

Reach a database that is only accessible through a bastion or jump host. Provide the SSH host, port, and user, plus either a password or a private key. FlexTable opens the tunnel and connects through it. Available for the host/port engines and MongoDB.

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AWS RDS IAM authentication

For PostgreSQL and MySQL on Amazon RDS, authenticate with IAM instead of a static password. Provide the AWS region and credentials (an access key and secret, or a named profile). FlexTable generates the short-lived auth token for each connection.
Store credentials and keys securely; see Security and privacy.