We’re excited to announce that RunCloud now supports MySQL alongside MariaDB, giving you more freedom to choose the database that best fits your web applications.

This addition reflects our commitment to providing flexible, enterprise-grade solutions for developers and businesses of all sizes.

Starting today, when deploying a server on RunCloud, you can choose between MariaDB or MySQL as your preferred database system. This feature is available for all RunCloud users running Agent 2.9.6 and above.

Why MySQL Support Matters

While MariaDB has served our users well, we recognize that many developers and organizations have specific requirements or preferences for MySQL, including:

  • Direct MySQL Compatibility: Some applications are specifically optimized for MySQL
  • Enterprise Familiarity: Many teams have existing MySQL expertise and tooling
  • Ecosystem Integration: Certain tools and frameworks work best with MySQL
  • Migration Flexibility: Easier transitions for projects moving from other platforms

Getting Started

To start using MySQL on your RunCloud servers, ensure your RunCloud Agent is updated to version 2.9.6 or higher. The easiest way to do this is to deploy a new server (or restore backups of existing web applications to a new server that is configured to use MySQL). 

Migration Support

We understand that many users may want to transition their existing web applications from MariaDB to MySQL. 

Here’s what you need to know about migration options:

Server Migration

  • New Servers Required: To use MySQL, you’ll need to deploy new servers. Existing MariaDB servers cannot be converted to MySQL.
  • Clean Installation: This approach ensures optimal performance and reliability by avoiding potential compatibility issues.

Application Migration Options

  • Full Backup Migration: You can successfully migrate web applications using full backup restoration
    • Clone existing MariaDB sites to MySQL servers
    • Restore from full backups of MariaDB sites
    • Bidirectional support: Migration works both from MariaDB to MySQL and vice versa
  • Incremental Backups: Please note that incremental backup restoration is not supported for cross-database migrations

Best Practices

  • Test migrations in a staging environment first
  • Schedule migrations during low-traffic periods
  • Create full backups before attempting any migration

Try MySQL on RunCloud Today

Whether you’re launching a new project or managing existing applications, RunCloud’s new MySQL support gives you more freedom to choose the right database for your needs.

To get started:

  1. Log in to your RunCloud dashboard
  2. Deploy a new server
  3. Select MySQL as your database system

Need help getting started? Our support team is ready to assist you at [email protected].

Note: MySQL support requires RunCloud Agent 2.9.6+4 or higher. Please ensure your agent is updated before attempting to use MySQL features.