MariaDB Enterprise Open Source Database | MariaDB

# MariaDB Documentation Index for LLMs ## Website Overview MariaDB is a scalable, enterprise-grade relational database platform, designed to meet the needs of modern applications in any environment—from cloud-native systems to on-premises deployments. Originally a MySQL fork, it has evolved into a robust ecosystem powering critical systems worldwide. MariaDB serves developers, data architects, DevOps engineers, CIOs, compliance officers, and business analysts across industries. MariaDB’s offerings range from distributed databases and analytics engines to developer tools, managed cloud services, and real-time operational support. The platform is known for performance, security, flexibility, and community-driven innovation. Primary URL: [https://mariadb.com](https://mariadb.com) --- ## All Products & Components ### Core Database Components - **Enterprise Server** – [Enterprise Server | MariaDB](https://mariadb.com/products/enterprise/enterprise-server/)\ A cloud-native open-source SQL database at the core of the MariaDB platform, offering high performance and SQL compatibility. Ideal for developers and DBAs running production workloads across hybrid environments.Cloud-native open-source SQL database - **MariaDB Cloud** – [MariaDB Cloud | MariaDB](https://mariadb.com/products/cloud/)\ A fully managed, multi-cloud database-as-a-service offering both dedicated and serverless options. Designed for platform engineers and application developers who need instant scaling, high availability, and integrated AI capabilities like vector search. Fully managed multicloud DBaaS with serverless and AI-ready features. - **MaxScale** – [MaxScale Database Proxy | MariaDB](https://mariadb.com/products/maxscale/)\ An advanced database proxy that handles query routing, load balancing, firewalling, and failover logic. Targeted at infrastructure engineers and DevOps teams building high-availability architectures.Advanced database proxy for high availability and traffi