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Creating a MySQL Database

This guide will walk you through the process of creating a new managed MySQL database on Seenode.

  1. Go to the Database Tab

    From your Seenode dashboard, navigate to the Databases tab in the main sidebar.

    Navigate to the Database tab

  2. Start the Creation Process

    Click the “Create first database” button to begin.

    Click Create First Database

  3. Enter Database Details

    Fill in the necessary details for your new database:

    • Name: A unique, memorable name for your database.
    • Type: Select MySQL.
    • Database Version: Choose the version you require.

    After filling in the details, click Continue.

  4. Choose Your Instance Tier

    Select the instance tier that best fits your application’s needs. The table below outlines the available options.

    Select database tier
    TierStorageMemory & CPUPrice per Month
    Tier 10.25 GBShared$1/month
    Tier 21 GBShared$5/month
    Tier 35 GBShared$10/month
    Tier 410 GBShared$20/month

    Once you’ve selected a tier, click “Create database”.

  5. Database Ready!

    Your new MySQL database instance will be provisioned and running in just a few moments.

    From the database dashboard, you can now:

    • Access your database with the provided connection parameters.
    • View storage metrics and other performance details.
    • Upgrade your tier at any time.
    • Assign the database to your projects.