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by Patrik
Difference Between Server-Level and Database-Level Firewall Rules in Azure SQL
Azure SQL uses a layered firewall model:
- Server-level firewall rules: These define allowed IP address ranges for the entire logical SQL server. Any database under that server inherits these settings.
- Database-level firewall rules: These are stored within an individual database and apply only to connections to that database.
When to use each:
- Use server-level rules when multiple databases need the same IP access.
- Use database-level rules when access needs to be restricted to specific databases or when users lack server-level permissions.
Example:
- Allowing your organization’s office IP to access all databases? → Use server-level.
- Granting temporary access to a consultant for one database? → Use database-level.
Reference: Rishan Digital – Firewall Rules and Authentication
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