v0.29.4 v0.6.21
t8y2/dbxSep 23, 2026 → Sep 23, 20260 days between releases
What's New
Introduces encrypted Secret Store, background backups, and multi-source SQL merging (Note: Older notes describe Headscale)
Breaking Changes
- Mandatory 'Data Security Upgrade' wizard required for existing credentials.
- CLI and MCP do not auto-migrate historical data; use desktop/web first.
- Existing .dbx/secret.key files must be retained during Docker/Web deployments.
New Features
- Background database backups run persistently across platforms.
- SQL Editor Peek panel for viewing table structure.
- Plugin manifest support for commands, menus, and global Dock area.
- Multi-source SQL query merging with SUM aggregation.
- DBX_DEMO_MODE for public deployments.
Improvements
- AES-256-GCM encryption for local sensitive information.
- Cross-platform background execution for scheduled backups.
- Plugin Host API includes read-only metadata access.
Upgrade Notes
Retain existing `.dbx/secret.key` configuration files during deployments. Complete the mandatory 'Data Security Upgrade' wizard to migrate credentials. CLI and MCP users must first migrate via the desktop or web client as they do not support historical data migration automatically.
The Two Releases
v0.29.4
Sep 23, 2026· 28 days ago
This release fixes critical stability issues in Headscale, including an Android app crash, OIDC login reliability, and HTTP metrics collection. It also introduces optimizations for node map updates and security hardening.
Full release notesDBX v0.6.21
Sep 23, 2026· 28 days ago
This release focuses on a major security overhaul by migrating sensitive credentials to an encrypted Secret Store, alongside new features such as background database backups, multi-source SQL query merging, and enhanced plugin capabilities.
Full release notes