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How to Keep Microsoft Access Working After the Salesforce Connector Discontinuation

  • April 14, 2026
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Microsoft is retiring the built-in Salesforce connector in Access, which may disrupt existing workflows and break live connections to Salesforce data.

To maintain connectivity, teams can switch to ODBC-based solutions like CData, allowing them to continue using their existing Access queries, reports, and applications with minimal changes.

In this article, you’ll learn how to:

  • Understand the impact of the connector discontinuation
  • Maintain Access workflows without disruption
  • Replace the built-in connector with a CData solution
  • Restore live Salesforce connectivity

To learn more, read:

How to Keep Microsoft Access Working After the Salesforce Connector Discontinuation