Copy Data from Microsoft Access to PostgreSQL Automatically
Looking to copy data from Microsoft Access to PostgreSQL?
Read data from Access, transform and map the fields, then write the results directly to PostgreSQL.
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See how to connect the databases, map the fields and move Access data into PostgreSQL step by step.
How to Copy Data from Access to PostgreSQL - Step-by-Step
1. Launch Advanced ETL Processor
- Create an ODBC (preferred) or OleDb Connection to your Access database (.mdb or .accdb)
- Create a PostgreSQL Connection with hostname, port, database, username, and password
2. Create a New Transformation
Right-click on any transformation group and select New to start building your data flow.
3. Configure Reader
- Double-click the reader to open Reader Properties
- Select the Access connection
- Choose the source table or write a custom SELECT query
4. Configure Writer
- Double-click the writer to open Writer Properties
- Select the PostgreSQL connection
- Choose the target table and write mode (append, truncate, replace)
5. Map and Transform Fields
- Map Access fields to PostgreSQL columns
- Apply type conversions and business rules as needed
6. Run the Transformation
Click the Run button (green arrow). Monitor the job using logs and on-screen messages to confirm success or handle errors.
Help with your Microsoft Access transfer
If you get stuck, ask in the support forum and include the source table, destination table, and relevant log message. You can also review the connection and transformation guides below.
Useful links
Start with the Advanced ETL Processor Enterprise overview, then download the fully functional 30-day trial. The copy-data hub lists the other Access copy workflows.
References
External documentation
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