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title: Creating a SQL Policy
slug: singleconnect-reference-guide-3-2-0/creating-a-sql-policy
description: Learn how to control query execution with SQL policies. Follow easy steps to configure session policies, define policy keys, and specify query restrictions or permissions using black or white key elements. Get a visual guide with an included image for bet
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createdAt: 2022-08-01T16:22:50.000Z
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The execution of queries can be prevented or allowed by SQL policies:

1. Navigate to **Policy Control** > **Session Policy**.
2. Open the** Policy Key** tab.
3. Enter the query (or regex) to prevent or allow.
4. Select the policy type and element type. The **Black Key Policy** type used to restrict the queries and White Keys permit queries.
5. Click **Save**.

![](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/g9cApVza9NIhSh0pjZYtA/6l2qCXoMVQ0AOKbGveEyj_image.png "SQL Policy Key Definition")