# HanDBase Database Manager

> HanDBase is a Powerful Relational Database Manager for Mobile Devices

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ddhsoftware.android.handbase](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ddhsoftware.android.handbase)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.ddhsoftware.android.handbase`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** DDH Software, LLC
- **Category:** PRODUCTIVITY
- **Downloads:** 20,087
- **Rating:** 3.45 / 5 (842 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.7.6.4
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-22
- **First published:** 2010-10-14
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 10 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ddhsoftware.android.handbase)
- **Website:** [http://www.ddhsoftware.com/Android](http://www.ddhsoftware.com/Android)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.ddhsoftware.com/privacypolicy.html](http://www.ddhsoftware.com/privacypolicy.html)

## Description

HanDBase Database Manager is a versatile relational database tool designed specifically for mobile devices. It enables users to collect, organize, and access information efficiently anytime, anywhere. With support for custom database design, including text, numeric, date, time, popups, relationships, calculations, and signatures, HanDBase replaces multiple third-party apps across use cases like inventory management, billing, CRM, task tracking, sales data, recipes, collections, and more.

Users can enhance functionality through in-app purchases such as the Forms Designer for building powerful custom forms with drag-and-drop capabilities. Additional features include 128-bit encryption for secure data, advanced filtering and searching, import/export of CSV files, graph and chart reporting, email and device sync, and WiFi server mode for easy desktop browser integration. An online gallery offers thousands of predesigned database templates to jump-start projects. Support for Windows and Mac add-ons allows database creation, editing, and synchronization across platforms. HanDBase is ideal for professionals and individuals seeking full control over mobile data management with robust customization and security options.

## Rankings

- #434,038 — Overall
- #7 — database

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.email.permission.READ_ATTACHMENT`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.ddhsoftware.android.handbase.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

HanDBase Database Manager is praised for its longstanding reliability and flexibility as a personal database app, with roots in Palm OS and support for Windows desktop. However, recent updates have caused significant issues such as data loss, hidden file storage, compatibility problems with modern Android versions, and poor customer support. Users appreciate the app's power but are frustrated by challenges in data management and syncing, making it less trustworthy currently.

### Pros

- Long-standing user base dating back to Palm OS era, indicating reliability and familiarity
- Flexible and powerful personal database management tool
- Supports relational databases on both desktop and Android platforms
- Offers synchronization between Android devices and desktop, albeit with challenges
- Has had good customer service and product quality historically

### Cons

- Recent updates cause data loss or records not being saved properly unless the user exits to main DB list
- File storage locations were changed without clear communication, making data retrieval and backup difficult
- Poor or no support from developers in recent times, including non-responsive customer service
- App compatibility issues with newer Android versions and devices, leading to functionality problems
- UI changes in recent versions perceived as worse, including scrolling issues and limited printing capabilities

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ddhsoftware.android.handbase)