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Connect MySQL to AshnaAI

Inspect tables and run bounded read-only SELECT queries, including joins and EXPLAIN.

What this connector does

Paste a MySQL connection string for a read-only user. Localhost or private hosts should run through AshnaAI Desktop so the query stays on your network.

What you can do after connecting

  • Inspect tables, columns, indexes, and relationships
  • Run bounded SELECT and EXPLAIN

Before you start

  • A read-only MySQL user and connection string

How to connect MySQL

  1. Sign in to AshnaAI

    Open https://app.ashna.ai and sign in to the workspace that should store the MySQL credentials.

  2. Open Integrations

    Go to Integrations, or Account → Connectors, then search for the connector.

  3. Open Connect MySQL

    Click Connect on the MySQL card. AshnaAI shows a form for the required credentials.

  4. Paste credentials

    Paste the MySQL connection string. For localhost databases, keep AshnaAI Desktop running so queries can execute on your machine.

  5. Save and confirm

    Submit the form. AshnaAI encrypts the secret and marks MySQL as Connected when verification succeeds.

Frequently asked questions

Can AshnaAI INSERT or UPDATE?

No. The MySQL connector is read-only.