Databases

Managed MySQL, ready when you are.

MySQL is an Oracle-backed open-source RDBMS that runs on almost all platforms. It runs on BetterMade infrastructure with your domain, and our partner Octane Software sets it up and keeps it updated and maintained.

See it in action
MySQL interface

What is included

Ready to use from day one

MySQL is an Oracle-backed open-source RDBMS that runs on almost all platforms.

Hosted for you

MySQL runs on BetterMade infrastructure and is connected to your domain with SSL.

Installed by Octane Software

Octane Software installs and configures MySQL and sets up your first admin login.

Always up to date

Octane Software applies MySQL updates and handles all ongoing maintenance.

Backed up and monitored

Backups and uptime monitoring help keep MySQL safe and available.

Who does what

Three parts, one service

Your app runs on BetterMade infrastructure. Our partner Octane Software handles the professional services: setup, updates and ongoing maintenance. Only Octane Software maintains and updates managed apps.

Infrastructure BetterMade
  • The server your app runs on
  • Network and uptime
  • Your domain and SSL certificate
  • Billing and your account
Managed services Octane Software
  • Installing and configuring MySQL
  • Applying MySQL updates
  • Ongoing maintenance and fixes
  • Backups and monitoring of the app
Your part You
  • Using MySQL for your own work
  • Connecting the accounts you need
  • Inviting your team
  • Choosing your MySQL settings

Product tour

See MySQL in action

Screenshots that show what MySQL looks like.

MySQL screenshot 1
MySQL screenshot 2

How it works

Live in three steps

No server setup, no command line. Check out, and Octane Software handles the install so you can start building.

  1. Choose an app

    Pick an app from the directory, or request one that isn’t listed yet.

  2. Check out securely

    Pay online and Octane Software gets to work setting up your app on BetterMade infrastructure.

  3. Log in and use it

    Your app goes live at your domain with SSL. Octane Software handles every update and all ongoing maintenance.

FAQ

MySQL questions, answered

What to know before you get started with managed MySQL.

What is MySQL?

MySQL is an Oracle-backed open-source RDBMS that runs on almost all platforms.

Do I need to know how to code?

No. There is no server setup and no command line. Octane Software installs MySQL for you, so you can log in and start using it.

Will MySQL run on my own domain?

Yes. Your app goes live at your domain with SSL, and it runs on BetterMade infrastructure.

Who sets up and maintains my MySQL?

Octane Software, our professional services partner, installs MySQL, applies updates and handles all ongoing maintenance. Your instance runs on BetterMade infrastructure.

Do you do the day-to-day work in MySQL for me?

No. Octane Software sets up and maintains MySQL so it’s ready to use, and the day-to-day use is up to you.

Ready to put MySQL to work?

Check out in a few minutes, or book a call first to talk through what you want to set up.

Runs on BetterMade infrastructure Managed by Octane Software