Connect MySQL to PostgreSQL
Automate workflows between MySQL and PostgreSQL. No coding required.
The most-used recipe
MySQL
Databases
DeskFerry agent
Insert record when new record created
Runs on its own
PostgreSQL
Databases
Popular workflows
What you can automate between MySQL and PostgreSQL
These are the most popular automations teams set up between MySQL and PostgreSQL. Each one runs automatically once activated — no manual steps.
Insert record when new record created
Add a new row or document automatically when a new row or document is added.
Insert record when new record created
Add a new row or document automatically when a new row or document is added.
Sync MySQL changes to PostgreSQL
Keep PostgreSQL updated when data is modified in the database.
How data flows
What syncs between MySQL and PostgreSQL
When an event occurs in MySQL, the relevant data is automatically sent to PostgreSQL. DeskFerry maps the fields between both apps so the data arrives in the right format — no manual formatting or exports required.
Data from MySQL
- Records / documents
- Collection items
- Field values
- Timestamps
- Unique IDs
Data from PostgreSQL
- Records / documents
- Collection items
- Field values
- Timestamps
- Unique IDs
Step-by-step guide
How to connect MySQL to PostgreSQL
Follow these steps to set up your integration. The entire process takes under 5 minutes.
What you'll need
- An active MySQL account with read/write permissions
- An active PostgreSQL account with read/write permissions
- A free DeskFerry account (sign up takes 30 seconds)
- Step 01
Create your DeskFerry account
Sign up at deskferry.app — it takes 30 seconds and starts a 7-day free trial. You'll land on the dashboard where you can create your first workflow.
- Step 02
Authenticate MySQL
Click "Add Connection" and select MySQL from the app directory. You'll be redirected to MySQL's authorization page. Grant DeskFerry read/write access to your database collections and records. You specify which databases and collections the integration can use.
- Step 03
Authenticate PostgreSQL
Same process for PostgreSQL. Click "Add Connection," select PostgreSQL, and authorize access. Grant DeskFerry read/write access to your database collections and records. You specify which databases and collections the integration can use.
- Step 04
Choose your trigger
Select what event starts the workflow. For this integration, popular triggers include: new record created in mysql or new record created in postgresql. The trigger fires automatically whenever that event happens — no manual intervention.
- Step 05
Configure the action
Define what happens when the trigger fires. For example: insert record in postgresql. Map the data fields between MySQL and PostgreSQL so the right information lands in the right place.
- Step 06
Test and activate
Run a test to confirm data flows correctly between MySQL and PostgreSQL. Check that the fields map as expected, then toggle the workflow on. It runs 24/7 from here — DeskFerry handles retries, error logging, and monitoring automatically.
Benefits
Why connect MySQL and PostgreSQL?
Manually moving data between MySQL and PostgreSQL is error-prone and eats into your team's productive hours. Connecting them through DeskFerry eliminates that overhead — events in one app trigger actions in the other automatically.
Tips
Tips for your MySQL + PostgreSQL integration
Get more out of this integration with these best practices.
Use cases
Who uses the MySQL + PostgreSQL integration?
Teams across industries connect MySQL and PostgreSQL to streamline their workflows.
Database admins managing records who need MySQL and PostgreSQL in sync
Data engineering consolidating their databases stack
IT leads ensuring data consistency eliminating duplicate work across platforms
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How do I connect MySQL to PostgreSQL?
Sign up for a free DeskFerry account, then click "Add Connection" to authenticate both MySQL and PostgreSQL via OAuth. Choose a workflow template — like syncing databases events to databases actions — customize the field mapping, and activate. The entire setup takes under 5 minutes.
What can I automate between MySQL and PostgreSQL?
You can automate a wide range of workflows: sync new MySQL events to PostgreSQL actions, trigger PostgreSQL updates when MySQL data changes, create PostgreSQL records from MySQL events, and build conditional workflows with filters and field mapping. Each workflow runs 24/7 with automatic retries.
Is the MySQL and PostgreSQL integration free?
DeskFerry's 7-day free trial is enough to prove the workflow out. If your MySQL-to-PostgreSQL workflows need more volume, paid plans start at $49/month with unlimited workflows and priority execution.
Is my MySQL data secure when connected to PostgreSQL?
Yes. DeskFerry uses OAuth 2.0 for authentication — we never store your MySQL or PostgreSQL passwords. All data is encrypted in transit (TLS 1.3) and at rest (AES-256). Your databases data is only accessed when a workflow runs, and you can revoke access at any time from your DeskFerry dashboard.
Can I sync data both ways between MySQL and PostgreSQL?
Yes. You can set up workflows that trigger from either MySQL or PostgreSQL. For example, create a workflow where MySQL events update PostgreSQL, and a separate one where PostgreSQL changes sync back to MySQL. Each direction is configured independently so you have full control.
Do I need technical skills to connect MySQL and PostgreSQL?
No coding is required. DeskFerry's builder is prompt-based: you describe the trigger and what should happen in plain English, and the agent handles the field mapping. If you can use MySQL and PostgreSQL, you can set up the integration. Most users are running their first workflow within 10 minutes.
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