HQbird: Advanced FirebirdSQL for Big Databases

IBSurgeon HQbird is an advanced distribution of Firebird, with the following features: high availability and replication, backups automation, optimized configurations, database health monitoring, transactions and queries monitoring (Trace, MON$), database structure analysis, and recovery toolset.

Encryption Plugin Framework for Firebird

IBSurgeon provides the encryption plugin framework for Firebird:
  • Strong AES256 encryption, for Firebird 5.0, 4.0 and 3.0
  • Ready-to-user binaries for Windows and Linux, and full sources
  • Gbak.exe with encryption of databases and backups
  • Unlimited license for the redistribution and implementation support
Unlimited License - $1999

Emergency database recovery

To recover corrupted Firebird (or InterBase) databases you can use IBSurgeon FirstAID - the best recovery tool for Firebird and InterBase. FirstAID can automatically fix the vast majority of Firebird database corruptions. For big database (more than 65Gb in size) please contact our support, most likely it will require manual recovery service.
From $199

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Why do you need the enterprise version of Firebird? First, to work confidently without user complaints. Second, to sleep soundly at night instead of performing emergency recoveries. Third, to keep your weekends free instead of spending them on backups and restores.

What about other products?

Are you considering our Encryption plugin, HQbird Unlimited subscription, Technical Support, Migration Service, or Performance Optimization service?
Contact us by email to claim your generous Black Friday offer.

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26 November 2025

BlackFriday 2025: HQbird and FirstAID -15% till Dec 5

BlackFriday 2025: HQbird and FirstAID -15%

17 November 2025

Minor bugfix release for HQbird (Firebird 5)

Mandatory update from Firebird 5.0.4.1725 to 5.0.4.1726

12 November 2025

IBSurgeon announces release 1.6.2 of streaming technology in HQbird

IBSurgeon announces release 1.6.2 of streaming technology in HQbird

04 November 2025

Masterclass "Performance with HQbird"

For users who want to minimize risk, we're offering a Masterclass HQbird: personalized guided setup and onboarding for HQbird, plus an extended trial period until February 1, 2026, with 2 options: shared masterclass with max 3 participants for US$99, or individual for US$149.

31 October 2025

HQbird 2024 R2 Update 7 Released

*October 2025* – IBSurgeon announces HQbird 2024 R2 Update 7, delivering significant performance improvements in Firebird 5, simplified cloud deployment, and advanced replication features for enterprise database environments.

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