Migrate Your SQL Azure Data to Firebird – Effortlessly!

By Martin Williams | Published: April 26, 2026 | Updated: May 20, 2026

This clear guide demonstrates how to transfer your data from SQL Azure to Firebird efficiently using ESF Database Migration Toolkit.

Execute a step-by-step, reliable migration process.
Simplify complex data transfers with an intuitive tool.
Save significant time and effort with automation.
Modernize your data infrastructure with ease.

Prerequisite:

Software Required:
ESF Database Migration Toolkit »
System Supported:
- Windows 7 or higher.
- SQL Azure.
- Firebird 1.5 or higher.

Step by Step Wizard:

Configure SQL Azure Connection

Fig. 1: SQL Azure data source configuration
- Prerequisite:
  - Enable "Allow access to Azure services" in Azure SQL server settings
  - Add your client IP under Firewalls and virtual networks
- In the "Choose a Data Source" dialog:
  - Select "SQL Azure"
- Enter connection details:
  - Server name: e.g., esf.database.windows.net
  - Port: 1433 (default)
  - Authentication: Enter credentials
- Load database options:
  - Click the Refresh Database button
  - Select target database from list
- Load schema options:
  - Click the Refresh Schema button
  - Choose desired schema
Configure Firebird/InterBase Destination

Fig. 2: Firebird/InterBase destination configuration
- In the "Choose a Destination" dialog:
  - Select "Firebird/InterBase"
- Provide authentication credentials:
  - Username: SYSDBA (default)
  - Password: masterkey (default)
- Select the database character set from the dropdown
- Database file location:
  - Click the "..." button (Browse)
  - Select your Firebird (.fdb) or InterBase (.gdb) file
- For server connections:
  - Enter server address in format: <server_name>[/port]:<db_file>
  - Examples:
    - With port: localhost/3050:c:\temp\test.fdb
    - Default port (3050): localhost:c:\temp\test.fdb
In "Select Source Table(s) & View(s)" Dialog
- Select migration objects: Choose tables or views to include in the migration.
  
  Fig. 3: Select tables and views
- Modify table structure: Click the ellipsis (...) button to access table options and schema adjustments.
  
  Fig. 4: Do transform
- Configure field mapping: In the Field Mapping options:
  - Customize destination fields (name, data type, default value, comments)
  - Select data transfer method:
    - Overwrite Table (replace existing data)
    - Empty Data (truncate before insert)
    - Append Data (add to existing data)
    - Skip Table (exclude from transfer)
  - Apply data filters before transfer
Execution Dialog

Fig. 5: Execute migration
- Start migration: Click "Submit" to initiate automated data transfer from SQL Azure to Firebird.
- Monitor progress: Click "Browse Log" for real-time migration tracking, including issue resolution details.
- Save configuration: Click "Save as job" to store settings for:
  - Quick reloads of migration jobs
  - Command-line execution (use: dmtc.exe --help for parameter options)
Migration Completed

Congratulations! Your data migration from SQL Azure to Firebird has finished successfully. This toolkit generates a comprehensive report for verifying migration accuracy. You can monitor progress as the automated process runs efficiently. For any questions or feedback, contact us – our team is ready to assist.