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Release: Australia · Updated: 2026-03-12 · Official documentation · View source

Access your ServiceNow data using SQL API

The SQL API provides read-only access to your ServiceNow tables, allowing you to write SQL queries, create reports, and perform analysis while maintaining your existing security controls. This eliminates the need for data synchronization and ensures you work with current ServiceNow data.

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  • Getting started with ServiceNow SQL API
    The ServiceNow SQL API provides data access to your ServiceNow instances through industry-standard ODBC and JDBC drivers, enabling direct connections from Business Intelligence (BI) tools and data analysis platforms.
  • Configuring SQL API
    This section guides you through the complete setup process for the ServiceNow SQL API, covering both instance configuration and driver installation. You will configure your ServiceNow instance to enable SQL API access, set up the necessary security controls, and install the appropriate drivers on your client machine.
  • Integrate SQL API Drivers with external BI tools
    Configure ServiceNow SQL API drivers to connect with external business intelligence and database tools for direct data access and analysis.
  • SQL API reference information
    This section provides details about SQL API reference information like minimum requirements and usage limitations.

Parent Topic:Additional integration resources