MCP Server for MySQL
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A Model Context Protocol server that provides access to MySQL databases. This server enables LLMs to inspect database schemas and execute SQL queries.
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What is MCP Server for MySQL?
The MCP Server for MySQL is a Node.js-based server that allows Large Language Models (LLMs) to interact with MySQL databases. It provides a secure and efficient way for LLMs to inspect database schemas and execute SQL queries, enabling them to retrieve and manipulate data.
How to use MCP Server for MySQL?
The server can be installed using various methods, including Claude Desktop configuration, Cursor IDE integration, Smithery, MCP Get, or manual installation via npm/pnpm. Configuration involves setting environment variables for MySQL connection details (host, port, user, password, database) and enabling/disabling write operations (INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE) based on security requirements. Once configured, LLMs can send SQL queries to the server to interact with the database.
Key features of MCP Server for MySQL
Allows LLMs to inspect MySQL database schemas
Enables LLMs to execute SQL queries against MySQL databases
Supports read-only and write operations (with configurable permissions)
Provides security features like SQL injection prevention and rate limiting
Offers performance optimizations such as connection pooling and query caching
Use cases of MCP Server for MySQL
Enabling LLMs to answer questions based on data stored in MySQL databases
Allowing LLMs to generate reports and visualizations from MySQL data
Integrating LLMs with applications that require access to MySQL data
Automating database tasks using LLMs
Providing a secure and controlled interface for LLMs to interact with MySQL databases
FAQ from MCP Server for MySQL
What are the requirements for running the MCP Server for MySQL?
What are the requirements for running the MCP Server for MySQL?
Node.js v18 or higher, MySQL 5.7 or higher (MySQL 8.0+ recommended), and a MySQL user with appropriate permissions.
How do I install the MCP Server for MySQL?
How do I install the MCP Server for MySQL?
You can install it using Claude Desktop configuration, Cursor IDE integration, Smithery, MCP Get, or manual installation via npm/pnpm.
How do I configure the server to connect to my MySQL database?
How do I configure the server to connect to my MySQL database?
You need to set the environment variables for MySQL connection details (MYSQL_HOST, MYSQL_PORT, MYSQL_USER, MYSQL_PASS, MYSQL_DB).
How do I enable write operations (INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE)?
How do I enable write operations (INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE)?
Set the ALLOW_INSERT_OPERATION, ALLOW_UPDATE_OPERATION, and ALLOW_DELETE_OPERATION environment variables to 'true'. Be cautious and only enable these if necessary.
What security features are included?
What security features are included?
SQL injection prevention through prepared statements, query whitelisting/blacklisting, rate limiting, and configurable connection encryption.