A better way to move to MySQL 8.0

We’ll help you skip the labor-intensive upgrade process and quickly get up and running with MySQL 8.0. But first we need to know: Are you using Percona software for MySQL, MySQL Enterprise Edition, or MySQL Community Edition?

I’m Using MySQL CE or EE

I’m Using Percona for Mysql

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Using MySQL Enterprise Edition or MySQL Community Edition?

We’ll help you migrate — without downtime — to Percona software for MySQL 8.0, an open source, enterprise-ready MySQL alternative for MySQL CE. Mature and stabilized, Percona software for MySQL 8.0 offers better scalability and concurrency for demanding workloads, plus:

Faster custom bug fixes
Open source features that enable security and compliance without lock-in
Improved database scalability with free monitoring and management tools

Migrate using the support of the Percona Community. Or let our experts assist with your unique setup, plugins, and add-ons to ensure your database operations remain consistent, uninterrupted, and reliable.

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Why partner with Percona for MySQL?

If you're hesitant about upgrading to MySQL 8, read this solution brief to discover five more reasons to consider the upgrade.

5 Reasons You Need to Upgrade to MySQL 8

Enterprise-grade open source software

Percona offers enterprise-grade open source software for MySQL, giving you the flexibility of open source alongside the scalability, availability, security, and backup features you’d only otherwise get from Oracle EE.

Drop-in replacement for MySQL Enterprise Edition
Complete feature parity with MySQL Enterprise Backup
Open source alternative to MySQL Enterprise Monitor
Production-ready open source alternative to Oracle MySQL Operator
No lock-in, licensing costs, or commercial upsells

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Faster, more hands-on support covering Day 1 and Day 2 operations

Get support tailored to your needs before and during your migration. Then, enjoy comprehensive support after you migrate, including database performance and business continuity reviews, health status checks, and more.

Post-migration 24x7x365 production support
Maintenance releases, bug fixes, patches and updates
30- to 15-minute SLA guarantee for Severity 1 incidents, plus ongoing support SLA MyRocks support
Fully managed option with transparent hands-on care
On-demand professional services available for your ambitious MySQL projects
Unlimited support

Rather stay on MySQL 5.7?

Get post-EOL support for up to three years.

Sovereignty, Security, and Compliance

Keep data secure, compliant, and under your control.

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AI and Future Readiness

Run AI and emerging workloads on open infrastructure without proprietary traps, forced platforms, or architectural compromises.

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“Our Percona consultant provided us with all the options, answered our questions, planned the entire migration, and walked us through the whole process. It was a great experience, and we definitely plan on utilizing Percona Consulting for any future large database projects.”

Kyle Thielk,

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Using Percona software for MySQL?

Percona can ensure your upgrade process goes smoothly via:

Pre-upgrade assessments of potential risks such as data loss and downtime
Ensuring your IT operations are not disrupted, no matter the complexity of the upgrade
Post-upgrade audits to confirm everything is working as expected

Have us handle the entire upgrade process for you. Or lean on our responsive team of experts to assist and advise as needed – before, during, and after upgrading. Of course, you can always upgrade yourself using our documentation.

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