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.

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HeidiSQL is a lightweight, user-friendly database management tool. Here is how you can configure it to connect to MySQL:

  1. Launch HeidiSQL and create a new session.
  2. Fill in the required fields: Hostname, User, Password, and Port.
  3. Ensure the Library setting is set to libmariadb.dll.

HeidiSQL Configuration ExampleHeidiSQL Configuration Example

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  1. Go to the SSL tab.
  2. Enable the Use SSL option.

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Enable SSL/TLS Encryption in HeidiSQLEnable SSL/TLS Encryption in HeidiSQL