Databases for MySQL
Your 100% managed MySQL DBMS
Get a fully managed service to deploy and run your MySQL databases for your e-commerce sites and apps. We manage your service.
Why choose OVHcloud Managed MySQL?
Open-source and managed
Get the official open-source version of your database engine. OVHcloud deploys, manages, maintains and scales your services for you.
Price/performance ratio
Your databases are billed per use, at the best prices on the market, with IOPS, backups, and traffic included. They are built on latest generation instances.
Resilience and security
Up to 99.99% SLA with multi-region (3-AZ) deployments. A solution that complies with the strictest standards for your data (ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27701, SOC 2 Type 2).
More than 60 Public Cloud services
Your databases are integrated with our IaaS and PaaS services, which helps you manage your cloud-native, data and AI application projects more efficiently.
Use case examples
Web applications
Build your website and web applications faster with OVHcloud Managed MySQL. You get a service that promises reliable performance, and is adapted for your Linux/Apache/PHP/MySQL architectures.
Third-party applications
Take advantage of an easy-to-use solution. It is widely used by software publishers as a backend, and boasts a large user base. You get new features and continuous improvements thanks to regularly-updated content from the community. On top of that, every user plays a part in making MySQL a leading choice for third-party apps.
E-commerce
You can get started with your online sales projects quicker and more easily. By deploying your service on demand, you can be prepared for activity spikes. You also get a clear view of your margins with our predictable pricing.
SPECIFICATIONS
Key features
Scalability
From one plan to another in one click
Automatic backup
To a remote location
Connection pooling
Included
Observability
Collect your metrics with Prometheus
Point in time recovery
Included
Replication node access
Read-only
High availability 3-AZ
Triple replication as a failover
Database forking
Included
Private networks
Included (vRack)
Our Managed MySQL range
Solutions designed to meet all your needs
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Your questions answered
What is MySQL?
MySQL is a relational database management system (RDBMS) based on a client-server model. It stores and manipulates database data that is hosted on the server part of MySQL (SQL-server). To access this data, the client sends a query to the database server using Structured Query Language (SQL).
What is OVHcloud Managed MySQL?
This solution is a Database as a Service (DBaaS) offered on our Public Cloud. We integrate the MySQL database management system into one or more Public Cloud instances, and provide it as a turnkey service. This means that we take care of its management and administration for you. We think of it as a cloud database service, which frees up developers and their teams, and saves them time in their work.
Can I install MySQL on Public Cloud instances myself?
Once you have downloaded and accepted the MySQL licence agreement, you can install it on Public Cloud instances. However, you will also need to perform all the database management and admin tasks yourself. You will not benefit from the features we provide in our turnkey service.
Why is MySQL a popular database?
Its main advantage is its massive number of users, which supports many projects, such as websites, e-commerce and third-party applications developed by software publishers. Designed to offer fast read performance, it is also useful as a backend for Linux/Apache/PHP/MySQL architectures.
Is MySQL more efficient than PostgreSQL?
The debate between PostgreSQL and MySQL databases remains active on online forums. PostgreSQL and MySQL are different management systems. PostgreSQL focuses on SQL compliance and scalability, while MySQL prioritises scalability and performance. We offer both of these database engines, as well as Caching for in-memory databases and Kafka for data exchange.
What is the difference between the Essential, Business and Enterprise plans?
Both databases include a variety of features that suit different applications. For example, cluster size, number of nodes, network, scalability, or availability may vary. You can refer to the table at the top of the page to compare the different plans.
Is the data stored in OVHcloud Managed MySQL shared with third parties?
No. You have complete control over your data. When you use this service, you get one or more Public Cloud instances to run it, each with its own storage space.
Can I migrate to nodes with a higher capacity?
Yes. As your RAM or storage requirements increase, you can switch to nodes with a higher capacity to better meet your needs. However, you cannot downgrade to a lower-capacity node.
Does OVHcloud Managed MySQL have a backup?
Yes. We provide automated backups for the MySQL database. However, the default retention policies differ depending on the pack you choose. Please refer to the table above to compare the different solutions.
Is OVHcloud Managed MySQL integrated into the Public Cloud?
Yes—this service can be used as a resource, or as part of a Public Cloud project. You can manage it from the OVHcloud Control Panel, the OVHcloud API or the OpenStack API.
Why do I have to pay to use OVHcloud Managed MySQL when the service is based on an open-source licence?
We perform all the database management and administration tasks for you, This means you don’t have to worry about setup, maintenance, security, backup or scalability—you can just focus on your main business. It is this added value that we charge for.
Can I connect OVHcloud Managed MySQL with my Bare Metal server?
Yes, you can do this via a public or private network. However, if you would like to deploy MySQL software on your Bare Metal server, you will need to do this yourself, and then manage and administer your database yourself.
What is the difference between 1-AZ and 3-AZ regions?
Discover deployment resilience in our dedicated guide.
1-AZ regions use a single availability zone with one or more datacentres. While they offer protection against server and driver failures, they can be vulnerable to datacentre failures, which in turn can cause access issues.
In comparison, 3-AZ regions provide true fault isolation with 3 independent availability zones, each with isolated power, cooling, and network. This architecture means that services remain available even in the event of an entire zone failure.
Get peace of mind with 99.99% SLAs.
Can I migrate my 1-AZ workloads to a 3-AZ?
Yes! It is certainly possible to migrate from a 1-AZ region to a 3-AZ region.
You can connect 1-AZ regions to 3-AZ regions via private connectivity to optimise the complexity and cost of your infrastructure deployments.