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Schema Exploration
Ask your AI to describe table structures, relationships, and indexes without writing queries.
Show me the schema for the users table with all foreign keysDatabase ★ Featured Updated Jan 2026
MySQL MCP Server
A Model Context Protocol server that provides read-only access to MySQL databases. This server enables LLMs to inspect database schemas and execute read-only queries.
1.1k stars 4 IDEs
70 /100
Quick Overview
Everything you need to know about MySQL MCP Server
Best For
- Query and manage database data
- Schema migrations
- Data analysis
Requirements
- Node.js 18+ or Bun
- Database access credentials
Quick Start
- 1Install via npx or bun
- 2Add to your MCP config
- 3Restart your AI assistant
- 4Start using 0 tool
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Add MySQL MCP Server to your AI coding assistant
4 Compatible IDEs
npx One-command install
5 Required secrets
Choose your IDE:
Config file location
~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json Windows: %APPDATA%\Claude\claude_desktop_config.json{
"mcpServers": {
"mysql-mcp": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@benborla29/mcp-server-mysql"
],
"env": {
"MYSQL_HOST": "your_mysql_host",
"MYSQL_PORT": "your_mysql_port",
"MYSQL_USER": "your_mysql_user",
"MYSQL_PASS": "your_mysql_pass",
"MYSQL_DB": "your_mysql_db"
}
}
}
}Environment Variables Required These secrets are needed for the MCP to work
MYSQL_HOSTReplaceyour_mysql_hostwith your actual valueMYSQL_PORTReplaceyour_mysql_portwith your actual valueMYSQL_USERReplaceyour_mysql_userwith your actual valueMYSQL_PASSReplaceyour_mysql_passwith your actual valueMYSQL_DBReplaceyour_mysql_dbwith your actual value
1 Save the configuration file
2 Restart Claude Desktop
Ready to use!
Try It Out
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How to use these prompts
Open your AI assistant with MySQL MCP Server enabled, paste any prompt below, and watch the magic happen.
Workflows
Use Cases
Common workflows and scenarios for Database MCPs
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Data Analysis
Run complex analytical queries in natural language and get insights instantly.
What were our top 10 customers by revenue last quarter?03
Query Generation
Let AI write optimized SQL queries based on your requirements.
Generate a query to find all orders with pending shipments older than 7 days04
Data Debugging
Quickly investigate data issues by asking natural questions about your data.
Why do we have users with null email addresses?05
Report Generation
Create instant reports by asking for aggregated data in various formats.
Create a weekly sales summary grouped by region06
Migration Planning
Get help analyzing schema changes and their potential impact.
What queries would be affected if I add an index to users.email?Why use Database MCPs?
Key advantages of integrating MySQL MCP Server with your AI assistant
1
Faster Development
Skip the context switch between your AI assistant and database tools.
2
Natural Language Queries
No need to remember SQL syntax - describe what you want in plain English.
3
Schema Awareness
AI understands your exact schema, making suggestions more accurate.
4
Secure Read Access
Most database MCPs provide read-only access by default for safety.
5
Query Optimization
Get help writing performant queries with EXPLAIN analysis.
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Documentation Helper
Auto-generate documentation for your database schema.
Example Prompts — MySQL MCP Server
6 prompts
Important Considerations
- Always use a database user with minimal required permissions
- Consider using a read-only replica for safety
- Be cautious with queries on production databases
- Large result sets may be truncated - use LIMIT clauses
- Credentials are stored locally - secure your MCP config file
Guidelines
Best Practices
Tips for getting the most out of MySQL MCP Server
Do This
Create a dedicated read-only database user for your MCP
Grant access only to tables your AI assistant needs
Connect to a dev or staging database for exploration
Ask to see the query before execution
VS
Avoid This
Use your root or admin credentials
Give access to sensitive tables like passwords or payment info
Run untested analytical queries on production
Blindly trust generated DELETE or UPDATE statements
Tools
Common Tool Patterns
Typical tools found in Database MCPs
query readExecute SQL queries and return results
list_tables readList all tables in a database or schema
describe_table readGet detailed information about a table structure
list_schemas readList available database schemas
execute writeExecute write operations (INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE)
explain analyzeGet query execution plan for optimization