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    • Relocate Database Clusters
    • Configure Custom CNAMEs
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MySQL

Generated on 19 Aug 2026

MySQL is an open source, object-relational database built with speed and reliability in mind. Its large and active developer community has created many third-party applications, tools, and libraries that expand MySQL’s functionality.

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Latest Updates

Upcoming Changes

• Managed MySQL 8.0 database clusters are scheduled for forced upgrades to MySQL 8.4 beginning 30 October 2026 during each cluster’s maintenance window.

  Learn more on MySQL 8.0 End of Life and Forced Upgrades Beginning 30 October 2026.

15 July 2026

• Managed databases are available in Kansas City (mkc1) with limited plan availability. Premium AMD plans and General Purpose MongoDB clusters are not available in this region. See the regional availability matrix for current coverage by engine.

19 May 2026

• MySQL 8.4 is now available for database clusters. New clusters use MySQL 8.4 by default. For version support and MySQL 8.0 end of life, see MySQL Limits.

28 April 2026

• MySQL Advanced Edition clusters are now available in public preview, offering enhanced performance and scalability for production workloads.

For more information, see all MySQL release notes.

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