Here is an example Java program that connects to a SQLite database using the SQLite JDBC 3.7.2 driver:

As of mid‑2026, the current stable version is (released May 2026). Other recent versions include 3.49.1.0, 3.42.0.1, and 3.42.0.0.

When running your application, include the classpath flag again: java -cp "lib/sqlite-jdbc-3.7.2.jar:." MyMainClass Use code with caution.

Installing a JAR isn't like installing software with a wizard; it’s about making the library "visible" to your Java environment. 1. Manual Installation (Classpath)

If you are using Maven as your project management tool, you can add the following dependency to your pom.xml file:

mvn install:install-file -Dfile=sqlite-jdbc-3.72.0.jar -DgroupId=org.xerial -DartifactId=sqlite-jdbc -Dversion=3.72.0 -Dpackaging=jar

: Search for the specific version on Maven Central or the Xerial GitHub releases . Classpath Setup :

The safest place to find historical JAR files is the Maven Central Repository.

DependencyResolver

org.xerial sqlite-jdbc 3.7.2 Use code with caution. implementation 'org.xerial:sqlite-jdbc:3.7.2' Use code with caution. 2. How to Install the JAR File Manually

To ensure you are using the latest version, always check the current version number on Maven Central before copying the code.

When working with older library versions, downloading from secure, official repositories is critical to avoid malware or corrupted files. Option A: Download via Maven Central (Recommended)

mvn clean install

If you run this code and see the message "Connected to SQLite database!", then the SQLite JDBC driver has been installed successfully.

If you use a build automation tool, you do not need to download the JAR manually. Add the following configurations to your project files to let your build tool fetch the file automatically. Maven Configuration ( pom.xml )