Self-hosted & private
Your database runs on your own server with no shared tenancy — full root access and no per-row or per-connection pricing.
Self-Hosted MySQL
Your own MySQL database, fully under your control.
MySQL is the world's most popular open-source relational database. On Kumo2 you can self-host your own MySQL instance on a dedicated cloud server in one click — we provision the machine and launch it with Docker, so your data stays on infrastructure you own.
7-day money-back guarantee
Features
One-click Docker deploy
Kumo provisions a Linux server and starts MySQL with Docker Compose, on a persistent volume with the database name, user, and password you choose.
Pick your version
Choose the MySQL major version that fits your app, and connect from anywhere over the standard port.
System requirements
CPU
1 vCPU
Memory
1 GB
Storage
20 GB
Runtime
Docker Compose
Versions
9.7, 8.4
Port
3306
Recommended sizes
Dev
1 vCPU / 1 GB RAM / 20 GB SSD
Prototypes, staging, and side projects — small datasets and light traffic.
Small
Default2 vCPU / 4 GB RAM / 60 GB SSD
Production apps with steady traffic and a few dozen connections.
Medium
6 vCPU / 16 GB RAM / 240 GB SSD
Busy services with larger datasets and higher concurrency.
Large
8 vCPU / 32 GB RAM / 480 GB SSD
Memory-hungry or analytical workloads that need lots of cache.
Resources & documentation
How deployment works
- 1
Pick a plan and a region close to you.
- 2
Choose how you'll sign in and confirm your order.
- 3
Kumo provisions a Linux server and starts the app with Docker — ready in minutes.
Frequently asked questions
What is self-hosted MySQL?
It's the open-source MySQL database running on a server you own and control, rather than a managed cloud database service.
How do I deploy it on Kumo2?
Choose a plan and region, set your database name, user, and password, and click deploy. Kumo provisions the server and launches MySQL with Docker automatically.
How do I connect to it?
Connect with any MySQL client or your application using the server's IP, the standard port, and the credentials you set during deployment.
Ready to deploy your own MySQL?
Spin it up on a server you control. We handle provisioning and Docker — you keep the keys.
Deploy MySQL7-day money-back guarantee
Not happy within 7 days of deploying? Get a full refund — just ask.