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# PostgreSQL - Connect Database with pgAdmin

Step-by-step guide to connect to a PostgreSQL database instance using pgAdmin, provided by Galaxy Databases.

## Objective

This guide provides detailed instructions on how to connect to a PostgreSQL database instance using pgAdmin, a popular Open Source management tool for PostgreSQL.

## Requirements

* Access to the Galaxy Control Panel.
* Request a PostgreSQL database from the Galaxy team.
* pgAdmin installed (stable version) and an internet connection.

## Instructions

### Installation
* To install pgAdmin: Follow the [official documentation](https://www.pgadmin.org/download/).

### Connect with pgAdmin 4
* **Open pgAdmin**: Launch pgAdmin on your computer.
* **Create New Connection**: Right-click on "Servers" in the left sidebar and select "Register" > "Server".
* **Enter Connection Details**: Fill in the connection information provided by the Galaxy team.

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/2/7/3/b/273b1dc6f4f43800/postgres-credentials_1pwof30.png)


* **Establish Connection**: Click "Save" to establish a connection to the PostgreSQL instance.

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/2/7/3/b/273b1dc6f4f43800/postgres-config_nlnkow.png)
## Security Considerations

* Ensure secure handling of PostgreSQL credentials and connection details.
* Use strong, unique passwords for database access.
* Regularly review access permissions and audit logs for security purposes.
* Keep pgAdmin 4 updated to the latest version.

By following these steps, you will be able to efficiently connect to and manage your PostgreSQL database instance using pgAdmin 4, facilitated by Galaxy Databases.