MariaDB
A community-developed, drop-in replacement for MySQL with enhanced features, performance, and open licensing.
What is MariaDB?
MariaDB is an open-source relational database management system that serves as a community-developed fork of MySQL. It was created by original MySQL developers to provide enhanced features, better performance, and improved licensing while maintaining compatibility with MySQL. The project addresses the need for a truly open-source, feature-rich SQL server that continues to evolve through community collaboration.
Database administrators, developers, and organizations seeking a reliable, open-source database solution that's compatible with MySQL but offers additional features and better licensing terms. It's particularly valuable for those migrating from MySQL or starting new projects that require a robust SQL database.
Developers choose MariaDB because it provides a drop-in replacement for MySQL with more features, fewer bugs, and better performance while being developed transparently by the community. Its GPLv2 licensing and active development by original MySQL creators offer a trustworthy alternative to proprietary database solutions.
Overview
MariaDB server is a community developed fork of MySQL server. Started by core members of the original MySQL team, MariaDB actively works with outside developers to deliver the most featureful, stable, and sanely licensed open SQL server in the industry.
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