MariaDB: Connecting HeidiSQL to MariaDB

This documentation is part of the Configure GUIs guide. View the full guide here: How to connect graphical interfaces to MariaDB.

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Follow these steps to connect HeidiSQL to MariaDB:

1. Open HeidiSQL and start a new session.
2. Enter the following information:
   • Hostname
   • User
   • Password
   • Port
3. Ensure the default library is set to libmariadb.dll.

HeidiSQL configuration prompt

Enabling SSL/TLS encryption in HeidiSQL

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

note There is no need to manually add certificates for the SSL connection.

SSL/TLS encryption setup in HeidiSQL