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Data Sources

Connect your databases and APIs to Beyond. Query data, generate charts, and let AI answer business questions using your team's context.

Supported Data Sources​

Databases​

  • PostgreSQL - Connect to Postgres databases with optional SSH tunneling
  • MySQL - MySQL and MariaDB support with SSH tunneling
  • BigQuery - Google Cloud BigQuery integration

Security & Privacy​

Beyond is built with security at its core:

  • 🔐 Encrypted Credentials - All database credentials are encrypted using AWS KMS
  • 🛡️ PII Detection - Automated detection and masking of sensitive personal information
  • 🔒 Privacy Controls - Granular column-level privacy settings
  • 🚫 AI Exclusion - Hide sensitive columns from AI context while keeping them queryable

Connection Options​

Direct Connection​

Connect directly to databases with public IP addresses or within your network.

SSH Tunneling​

For databases on private networks, use SSH tunneling through a bastion/jump host. Learn more about SSH tunneling.

Self-Hosted​

Self-host Beyond within your infrastructure for complete control and network isolation.

Getting Started​

  1. Navigate to Settings → Data Sources
  2. Click Add Data Source
  3. Select your database type
  4. Configure connection settings
  5. (Optional) Enable SSH tunnel for private databases
  6. Test connection and save

Best Practices​

  • ✅ Use read-only database users when possible
  • ✅ Enable SSH tunneling for private databases
  • ✅ Configure privacy controls for sensitive columns
  • ✅ Test connections before saving
  • ✅ Use strong passwords and rotate credentials regularly

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