MySQL: Connecting HeidiSQL to MySQL
This documentation is part of the Configure GUIs guide. You can view the complete guide here: How to connect graphical interfaces to MySQL.
👋 Welcome to the Stackhero documentation!
Stackhero offers a ready-to-use MySQL cloud solution that provides a host of benefits, including:
- Unlimited connections and transfers.
- phpMyAdmin web UI included.
- Effortless updates with just a click.
- Optimal performance and robust security powered by a private and dedicated VM.
Save time and simplify your life: it only takes 5 minutes to try Stackhero's MySQL cloud hosting solution!
HeidiSQL is a lightweight, user-friendly database management tool. Here is how you can configure it to connect to MySQL:
- Launch HeidiSQL and create a new session.
- Fill in the required fields: Hostname, User, Password, and Port.
- Ensure the Library setting is set to
libmariadb.dll.
HeidiSQL Configuration Example
To enable SSL encryption:
- Go to the SSL tab.
- Enable the Use SSL option.
Stackhero employs TLS certificates issued by trusted Certificate Authorities (CAs), so no additional certificates need to be imported.
Enable SSL/TLS Encryption in HeidiSQL