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How to Create a Read-Only User in PostgreSQL

When working with PostgreSQL, there are scenarios where you need to provide access to a database without granting modification rights. This is particularly useful for reporting, analytics, or when you want to expose data securely to external users or applications.

In this article, we’ll walk through the process of creating a read-only user in PostgreSQL. We’ll also explain each command to ensure you understand what’s happening at each step.

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