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PlanetScale

The MySQL-compatible serverless database platform.

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Freemium • ProprietarySoftware as a Service SaaSBy PlanetScale Inc.

About PlanetScale

The MySQL-compatible serverless database platform. All power, no pain No vacuuming, no rebalancing, no scaling, no query planning, no downtime. Just a database that works. The power of open source Built at Google to scale YouTube.com, Vitess is proven as the most scalable open source database out there. Actual modern tooling Often imitated, never duplicated. The database for DevOps 100% online schema changes deployed automatically from your database branch. Never before has a database been a force multiplier in your software development lifecycle. Scales like no other PlanetScale is now the most scalable MySQL platform. With horizontal sharding and unlimited connections, you can harness the power of Vitess without hiring a team of engineers. MySQL compatible Built on top of the world’s most popular open source database and compatible with all major frameworks and languages. Import your data in a snap No dumping, no restoring. Connect your existing database and we do the rest. Unlimited power at your fingertipsf Our CLI has everything you need to script, automate, and scale your development lifecycle.

Key Features

  • ✓Serverless
  • ✓MySQL Support

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Frequently asked questions

What is PlanetScale?

The MySQL-compatible serverless database platform. It is listed under the Freemium • Proprietary license model in the SaaS Lenz directory.

Is PlanetScale free to use?

PlanetScale is listed as Freemium • Proprietary in our directory. Pricing and plan details can change, so check the official website for current terms before committing.

What platforms does PlanetScale run on?

PlanetScale is available on Software as a Service SaaS.

Who develops PlanetScale?

PlanetScale is developed by PlanetScale Inc.. You can find more background and documentation on the product's official website.

What are the best alternatives to PlanetScale?

Popular alternatives to PlanetScale include Amazon Aurora, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon Redshift, DropConfig, InterSystems IRIS. Compare their features, license models, and platforms on the SaaS Lenz alternatives page.