MariaDB FAQs

Question 1

Is the MariaDB MCP Server secure for my database?

Accepted Answer

Yes, security is a core feature. The server strictly enforces read-only operations, blocking any INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE, or DDL statements. It also includes comprehensive logging for all activities, enhancing monitoring and auditing.

Question 2

How do I integrate this server with Claude Code?

Accepted Answer

You can integrate it with Claude Code by adding a configuration entry in your Claude Code settings, specifying the server command and your MariaDB connection details using either environment variables or a `.env` file.

Question 3

Does it support modifying data in my MariaDB database?

Accepted Answer

No, the MariaDB MCP Server is designed exclusively for read-only operations. It does not support data modification commands like INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE, or any Data Definition Language (DDL) statements to ensure data integrity and security.

Question 4

What kind of database operations can I perform?

Accepted Answer

You can execute read-only SQL queries (SELECT, SHOW, DESCRIBE, EXPLAIN), list all accessible databases and tables, retrieve detailed table schemas and statistics, and reload the server configuration without a restart.

Question 5

What is the MariaDB MCP Server?

Accepted Answer

The MariaDB MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that enables AI clients, such as Claude Code, to interact securely with your MariaDB databases. It facilitates AI-powered data exploration and management tasks.

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