Can I store files in a SQL database?

Can you store a file in a database?

Reasons in favor of storing files in the database: Having the files and database in sync and able to participate in transactions can be very useful. Files go with the database and cannot be orphaned from it. Backups automatically include the file binaries.

Can you save file to SQL Server database?

You will need to attach it to your SQL Server. The files will be read into a File Stream and then the File Stream will be converted into byte array using BinaryReader in order to save into the database table. Once the File is converted into Byte Array it will be inserted into the database.

How do I insert a file into a SQL database?

In Object Explorer, connect to an instance of the SQL Server Database Engine and then expand that instance. Expand Databases, right-click the database from which to add the files, and then click Properties. In the Database Properties dialog box, select the Files page. To add a data or transaction log file, click Add.

What is the best way to store files in database?

Storing very small files will get you the best performance in the database. Storing larger files give you the best performance on your hard drive. I researched this for a company where I work for. The file system performance will be better than the database when the file size is 512 kB or larger.