MySQL Connector/NET
A fully-managed ADO.NET driver for MySQL, providing .NET applications with native database connectivity and modern features.
What is MySQL Connector/NET?
MySQL Connector/NET is an official ADO.NET data provider that enables .NET applications to connect to MySQL databases. It implements the MySQL protocol entirely in C#, providing a managed, dependency-free driver for database operations. The driver supports both traditional relational operations and modern document store features through MySQL X DevAPI.
.NET developers building applications that require MySQL database connectivity, including those using Entity Framework Core for ORM or needing NoSQL document store capabilities.
As the official MySQL driver for .NET, it offers reliable, performance-optimized connectivity with full support for the latest .NET versions and EF Core releases. Its pure C# implementation eliminates native library dependencies, simplifying deployment and cross-platform compatibility.
Overview
Connector/NET is a fully-managed ADO.NET driver for MySQL.
Use Cases
Best For
- Building .NET web applications that connect to MySQL databases
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