KubeBlocks

KubeBlocks for

MySQL

MySQL is the world's most popular open-source relational database, trusted by millions of applications for its reliability, performance, and ease of use. It powers everything from web applications and e-commerce platforms to enterprise data warehouses.

Supported versions

MySQL 5.7MySQL 8.0MySQL 8.4

Available on

AWSAWSAzureAzureGCPGCPOCIOCIAlibaba CloudAlibaba CloudRancherRancherOpenShiftOpenShift

Databases

MySQLMySQL
PostgreSQLPostgreSQL
OracleOracle
SQL ServerSQL Server
RedisRedis
MongoDBMongoDB
ClickHouseClickHouse

Vector & AI

QdrantQdrant
MilvusMilvus
ElasticsearchElasticsearch

Message queues

RocketMQRocketMQ
RabbitMQRabbitMQ
KafkaKafka

Others

VictoriaMetricsVictoriaMetrics
InfluxDBInfluxDB
etcdetcd
ZooKeeperZooKeeper
What's KubeBlocks addon?

Extend database engines like plug-ins

KubeBlocks provides unified database operations through its addon-based architecture. With KubeBlocks Enterprise, access over 15 seamless integrations to scale your database services.

CONTROL PLANEDATA PLANEProvisioningScalingUpgradeAlertsReconfigureMonitoringBackup & RestoreSecurityVolume ExpansionData MigrationMySQLPostgreSQLOracleSQL ServerRedisMongoDBClickHouseQdrantMilvusInfluxDBElasticsearchRocketMQRabbitMQKafkaVictoriaMetricsetcdADDONAPI

One control plane, consistent operations across all engines — powered by the addon mechanism.

MYSQL ADDON IN ACTION

Run MySQL through real lifecycle, availability, scaling, and recovery workflows

Operate MySQL through lifecycle, high availability, scaling, tuning, backup, observability, accessibility, audit, and data management workflows backed by real KubeBlocks Enterprise screenshots.

KubeBlocks Enterprise MySQL create wizard showing version, topology, compute, storage, and backup options

The create wizard lets users choose MySQL version, topology, compute, storage, and backup settings before provisioning starts.

KubeBlocks Enterprise MySQL overview showing a rolling restart task in progress

Restart workflows stay visible in context so users can follow rolling changes without guessing cluster state.

Lifecycle

Provision MySQL clusters and handle routine lifecycle changes from one console

Launch replicated MySQL clusters with the version, topology, compute, storage, and backup settings your workload needs, then run restart operations from the same workspace with status still in view.

  • Create MySQL 5.7, 8.0, or 8.4 clusters with replication topology, compute sizing, storage, and backup choices selected up front.
  • Run restart from the cluster workspace instead of switching to separate infrastructure tooling.
  • Follow cluster status and task progress from the same MySQL detail flow after provisioning.
KubeBlocks Enterprise MySQL switchover dialog showing the current primary, target replica, and resulting topology

Switchover keeps the current primary, target replica, and resulting topology visible so users can validate a planned role change with less guesswork.

High Availability

Run planned switchover with primary and replica roles in view

Use a topology-aware switchover flow to promote a replica during planned maintenance while keeping the current primary and resulting role layout visible.

  • Choose the target replica directly from a switchover workflow that stays anchored to the MySQL topology.
  • Confirm the new primary assignment immediately after the role change completes.
  • Handle planned failover without mixing high-availability work into scaling or parameter changes.
KubeBlocks Enterprise MySQL Vertical Scaling dialog showing CPU and memory specification options

Vertical Scaling shows MySQL CPU and memory choices plus execution timing before users save a compute change.

KubeBlocks Enterprise MySQL Volume Expansion dialog showing current and target storage capacity

Volume Expansion keeps storage growth explicit by showing capacity changes before the operation is submitted.

Scaling

Expand compute and storage with guided scaling controls

Increase MySQL capacity with dedicated scaling workflows that expose CPU, memory, and storage choices before the change is submitted.

  • Use Vertical Scaling to compare CPU and memory profiles before applying a compute change.
  • Use Volume Expansion to grow persistent storage online as data volume increases.
  • Review execution timing and target settings before committing a scaling operation.
KubeBlocks Enterprise MySQL Parameters page showing editable MySQL settings

The Parameters workspace keeps current settings and editable values together so users can tune MySQL with better context.

Tuning

Tune MySQL parameters from the Parameters workspace

Review configurable MySQL settings from a dedicated Parameters workspace so runtime tuning stays separate from scaling and failover changes.

  • Inspect the parameter list before changing live MySQL configuration.
  • Edit engine settings such as `max_connections` with current values visible in context.
  • Apply tuning changes through the same console used for lifecycle and recovery work.
KubeBlocks Enterprise MySQL Backups page showing backup policy and running manual backup jobs

Backup views combine policy, repository, schedule, retention, and job status in one MySQL workspace.

KubeBlocks Enterprise MySQL restore workflow showing a restored cluster overview and progress

Restore creates a dedicated recovery path that stays distinct from routine lifecycle and scaling work.

Backup

Protect and recover data with backup and restore workflows

Keep protection points and recovery actions close to the running MySQL service so teams can review backup status, policy context, and restore readiness without leaving the console.

  • Trigger full or on-demand backups and review repository, retention, and policy status from the Backups workspace.
  • Track backup task progress from running to completed with clear job visibility.
  • Restore into a new cluster when validation or recovery requires an isolated target.
KubeBlocks Enterprise MySQL Cluster Monitor dashboard showing summary cards and connection charts

Cluster Monitor exposes throughput, uptime, connections, and buffer usage for each MySQL instance.

KubeBlocks Enterprise MySQL Runtime Log page showing runtime and slow query log views

Runtime Log lets users inspect MySQL activity and slow queries from the same operational workspace.

Observability

Monitor performance and diagnose issues from metrics and logs

Track the runtime signals that matter for production MySQL, including health, connections, throughput, and logs used during troubleshooting.

  • Track uptime, QPS, connections, and InnoDB behavior from Cluster Monitor.
  • Inspect Runtime Log and slow query output when diagnosing performance issues.
  • Keep operational visibility close to the database workspace instead of switching tools.
KubeBlocks Enterprise MySQL IP Whitelist page showing whitelist groups and allowed CIDR ranges

IP Whitelist management gives users a dedicated place to control which clients can connect to MySQL.

Accessibility

Control MySQL network exposure with IP Whitelist policies

Manage which clients can reach MySQL by reviewing IP Whitelist rules from a dedicated access-control workspace.

  • Define CIDR-based rules for inbound database access from the IP Whitelist page.
  • Review default and custom entries side by side before opening client traffic.
  • Keep network access policy separate from credentials, SQL activity, and backup workflows.
KubeBlocks Enterprise MySQL SQL Audit page showing executed SQL statements and users

SQL Audit keeps statement history visible when teams need stronger change accountability.

KubeBlocks Enterprise MySQL Tasks page listing restart, scaling, switchover, backup, and restore operations

Task history captures the operational trail behind lifecycle, scaling, availability, and recovery workflows.

Audit

Review SQL activity and operational history with clear evidence

Keep statement history and task execution records close at hand so teams can answer what changed, when it changed, and how it was executed.

  • Review executed SQL statements and source accounts from SQL Audit for accountability and troubleshooting.
  • Track restart, scaling, switchover, backup, and restore workflows from the Tasks page.
  • Give operations and application teams a shared evidence trail for recent database changes.
KubeBlocks Enterprise MySQL Credentials page showing a created account and privileges

Credentials management helps users provision MySQL access and review privileges from one place.

KubeBlocks Enterprise MySQL SQL Workbench showing executed queries and result rows

SQL Workbench lets users validate access, schema changes, writes, and query results directly from the MySQL console flow.

Data Management

Manage accounts and validate SQL workflows for application teams

Support application onboarding with credentials management and SQL Workbench workflows that help teams verify access and query behavior from the same console.

  • Create MySQL accounts and assign least-privilege access for application usage.
  • Review credentials and granted permissions from the same MySQL workspace.
  • Use SQL Workbench to validate schema changes, inserts, and query results without leaving the console.

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