MySQL in the cloud is a cloud-based database solution that offers all the power of traditional MySQL with the scalability and simplicity of the cloud. With Hostman's cloud MySQL hosting, there's no need for hardware or manual configuration — the cloud database is deployed and managed entirely online.
Sign up via the Hostman dashboard to launch your hosted MySQL database in a few clicks — no system admin skills required. It’s a seamless way to host MySQL databases online.
We support the two most popular and reliable versions: MySQL 5.7 and MySQL 8. These are trusted by developers worldwide and are fully optimized for cloud environments — whether you're running a small project or a production-grade application.
Hostman's MySQL databases run on top-tier Intel and AMD servers with lightning-fast NVMe storage. You’ll get data transfer speeds of 100–200 Mbps, and up to 1 Gbps inside private networks — perfect for anything from websites with steady traffic to demanding apps that need high-speed access and stability.
Yes. Hostman provides a secure managed MySQL database solution. We use Tier IV data centers with ISO, PCI DSS, and GDPR compliance. Access to your cloud-hosted MySQL database is strictly controlled and customizable.
You can manage your MySQL cloud database using tools like Adminer or phpMyAdmin, or directly through the Hostman panel where you can monitor performance, manage access, and configure backups.
Absolutely. Our cloud SQL for MySQL hosting lets you scale CPU, RAM, and storage dynamically. You only pay for what you use, and scaling is done instantly via the dashboard.
Unlike traditional MySQL server hosting, MySQL cloud hosting lets you skip the setup and maintenance. With managed MySQL services from Hostman, infrastructure, updates, backups, and scaling are handled automatically.
Hostman provides free technical support for all MySQL hosting plans. You'll also have access to documentation, scaling recommendations, and real-time assistance.