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description: Quick answers to the most common questions about OrcaSheets.
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# FAQ

**Quick answers to the most common questions about OrcaSheets. For deeper walkthroughs, follow the links at the bottom of each answer.**

## Do I need to upload my data?

No. OrcaSheets is designed for local-first operation. You can connect directly to sources and keep data processing in your own environment, so sensitive data never has to leave your machine or infrastructure.

See [Local-first Security](/docs/local-first-security).

## Can I query in natural language?

Yes. You can ask questions in plain English, review the generated SQL, and run or iterate on it from there.

See [AI Chat Interface](/docs/ai-chat-interface) and [OrcAI](/docs/orcai).

## What sources can I connect to?

OrcaSheets supports a range of files, databases, warehouses, cloud platforms, and APIs.

- For file imports (CSV, Excel, Parquet, and more), see [Importing Data](/docs/data-import).
- For live database and SaaS connections, see [Connectors](/docs/connectors) (premium).

## Do you support Pivot Tables?

Yes. Pivot and aggregation workflows are a core part of OrcaSheets.

See [Pivot Tables](/docs/pivot-tables).

## Where are credentials stored?

Connection details are stored on your side, either on your local machine or in your own secrets manager. They are not stored on OrcaSheets servers.

See [Local-first Security](/docs/local-first-security).

## Related pages

- [First Steps](/docs/first-steps)
- [Importing Data](/docs/data-import)
- [Connectors](/docs/connectors)
- [Pivot Tables](/docs/pivot-tables)
- [Local-first Security](/docs/local-first-security)