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The MySQL ODBC Driver is a powerful tool that allows you to connect with live MySQL data, directly from any applications that support ODBC connectivity. Access MySQL databases from virtually anywhere through a standard ODBC Driver interface.
MySQL
MySQL Connectivity Features
- SQL-92 queries are seamlessly translated to MySQL syntax
- Embedded SSH Tunneling support for secure MySQL access.
- Wire Protocol Driver compatible with MySQL Client Protocol v4.1 and above
- Embedded SSH tunneling enables secure connections to remote MySQL databases
- Seamless integration with MySQL compatible solutions, like Google Cloud SQL, MariaDB, Amazon Aurora, Amazon Relational Database Service (RDS), etc.
- Connect to live MySQL data, for real-time data access
- Full support for data aggregation and complex JOINs in SQL queries
- Secure connectivity through modern cryptography, including TLS 1.2, SHA-256, ECC, etc.
- Seamless integration with leading BI, reporting, and ETL tools and with custom applications
Target Service, API
The driver provides native connectivity to MySQL databases including MySQL 5.x, 8.x, MariaDB, Amazon RDS for MySQL, Azure Database for MySQL, and Google Cloud SQL for MySQL.
Schema, Data Model
Models MySQL with access to databases, tables, views, stored procedures, functions, and events. Dynamic metadata discovery with support for all MySQL data types including JSON and spatial types.
Key Objects
Databases, Tables, Views, Stored Procedures, Functions, Triggers, Events, and system tables. Access to information_schema and performance_schema for metadata and monitoring.
Operations
Full MySQL SQL dialect support with ANSI SQL-92 compliance. All DML operations, stored procedure execution, prepared statements, and MySQL-specific features. Supports transactions and batch operations.
Authentication
Standard MySQL authentication with Username/Password. Supports SSL/TLS connections, SSH tunneling, and MySQL native authentication plugins. Connection properties include Host, Port, Database, Username, Password.
Robust ODBC Access to MySQL
Full-featured and consistent SQL access to any supported data source through ODBC
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Standards-Compliant ODBC
ODBC 3.8 compliant native protocol based drivers.
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Unicode, 32-bit and 64-bit support
Support 32-bit and 64-bit applications and unicode ODBC APIs.
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Cross-platform ODBC (Windows/Linux/Mac)
Available for Microsoft Windows, Unix, and Mac (macOS / OS X) platforms.
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Certified ODBC Compatibility*
Our drivers undergo extensive testing and are certified to be compatible with leading analytics and reporting applications like Tableau, Microsoft Excel, and many more.
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Embedded Remoting Capabilities
Our exclusive Remoting feature allows hosting the ODBC connection on a server to enable connections from various clients on any platform (Java, .NET, C++, PHP, Python, etc.), using any standards based technology (ODBC, JDBC, etc.). ODBC Remoting is enabled using the popular MySQL and SQL (TDS) wire protocol server.
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String, Date, Numeric SQL Functions
The driver includes a library of 50 plus functions that can manipulate column values into the desired result. Popular examples include Regex, JSON, and XML processing functions.
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Collaborative Query Processing
Our drivers enhance the data source's capabilities by additional client-side processing, when needed, to enable analytic summaries of data such as SUM, AVG, MAX, MIN, etc.
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Easily Customizable and Configurable
The data model exposed by our ODBC Drivers can easily be customized to add or remove tables/columns, change data types, etc. without requiring a new build. These customizations are supported at runtime using human-readable schema files that are easy to edit.
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Enterprise-class Secure Connectivity
Includes standard Enterprise-class security features such as TLS/ SSL data encryption for all client-server communications.
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Replication and Caching
Our replication and caching commands make it easy to copy data to local and cloud data stores such as Oracle, SQL Server, Google Cloud SQL, etc. The replication commands include many features that allow for intelligent incremental updates to cached data.
See what you can do with MySQL ODBC Driver
Server
Connect to MySQL from SQL Server as Linked-Server. You can query MySQL from familiar Transact-SQL without need of setting up another application.
Integrate MySQL to your system through popular ETL / EAI tools such as Informatica PowerCenter. Standard SQL and Stored Procedures enable fast delivery of your integration projects.
Connect MySQL from any ODBC compatible tools:
Desktop
Your familiar tools can connect to MySQL using CData ODBC.
- Microsoft Access
- Power Query
- DBeaver
- and more
Connect to MySQL — empower every team
- Easiest way to connect to MySQL
- Dashboard / Reports that connect with MySQL
- Data drives business, but IT teams are overwhelmed by accessing numerous siloed sources like MySQL. CData ODBC Drivers offer the fastest, easiest way to connect MySQL to BI tools like SAP BusinessObjects, Crystal Reports, Qlik, or Access.
Integrate MySQL to your system:
- Custom application integration with SQL
- SQL Server Linked Server
- Informatica PowerCenter
Need to integrate your internal systems with MySQL? CData ODBC Drivers let you do it easily—access MySQL as a SQL Server Linked Server or connect via tools like Informatica PowerCenter using an SQL-based driver, no extra middleware required.
- Data Client of your choice
- Excel, MS Access Linked-table, PowerQuery
Still exporting and importing CSVs manually or with scripts? CData ODBC Drivers give you live access to MySQL — no middleware or files needed. Use your preferred tools and stay in control of your MySQL data.
Frequently Asked MySQL ODBC Driver Questions
Learn more about MySQL ODBC drivers for data and analytics integration
Does MySQL support ODBC?
Yes, the CData ODBC driver for MySQL allows you to connect to MySQL data from any ODBC-compliant application, just like you would access a traditional database. This can be useful for tasks like:
- Accessing MySQL from applications: Connect to MySQL data in popular tools and applications including Microsoft Excel, Tableau, Power BI, and many others.
- Real-time data: You can work with live MySQL data within these applications, enabling tasks like reporting and analysis.
- Connecting systems: Build data integrations between MySQL and other systems.
The MySQL ODBC driver is an ODBC 3.8 compliant native protocol-based driver with comprehensive ANSI SQL-92 support. This means that virtually any application that can connect to data via ODBC, can use the CData ODBC driver for real-time integration. Download a fully functional free trial of the MySQL ODBC driver today to get started.
Is there an ODBC driver for MySQL?
Yes, the CData ODBC driver for MySQL provides universal ODBC data connectivity for MySQL. The MySQL ODBC driver offers a simple SQL-based layer of abstraction that simplifies real-time data access for users and applications, enabling them to communicate with MySQL using a standardized set of functions. Virtually any application on any platform (including Windows, macOS, or *nix) can use the CData ODBC driver for real-time integration.
How do I connect to MySQL via ODBC?
Connectivity to MySQL via ODBC is easy. First, download and install the MySQL ODBC driver. The download page includes separate installers for Windows, macOS, and Unix, so please select the MySQL ODBC driver that matches the platform where you intend to use the driver.
Once the installation is complete, navigate to the ODBC driver documentation page. Here, you'll find a wealth of information about the installed driver. The step-by-step instructions for creating a DSN and using it to connect to MySQL via ODBC are just the beginning. The documentation also provides extensive configuration details for using the MySQL ODBC driver with all your favorite applications and development tools, ensuring you have all the support you need.
Where can I download an ODBC driver for MySQL?
All of the CData ODBC drivers, including the MySQL ODBC driver are available for download online. To get started, download a fully functional free trial of the MySQL ODBC driver today.
How do I install an ODBC driver for MySQL?
To install the MySQL driver, simply download one of the MySQL ODBC driver installers available online. The download page includes separate Windows, macOS, and Unix installers, so please select the MySQL ODBC driver that matches the platform where you intend to use the driver. The installers are comprehensive setup utilities that will install all the components required to use the MySQL ODBC driver on your system.
Is the MySQL ODBC driver 32-bit or 64-bit?
The MySQL ODBC driver is available in both 32-bit and 64-bit binaries. The MySQL driver installer will allow you to install both options, and you can select the ODBC driver binary that is appropriate for the system where you intend to use the driver.
Does pyODBC work with MySQL?
Absolutely. The MySQL ODBC driver seamlessly supports pyODBC connectivity. For example, check out this article on our online knowledgebase that demonstrates how you can connect to MySQL from PyCharm using pyODBC and the MySQL ODBC driver.
However, besides ODBC support, we also provide native Python data connectivity for MySQL. To learn more, check out the MySQL Python Connector online.
