{"id":246195,"date":"2025-12-18T12:45:53","date_gmt":"2025-12-18T12:45:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/?p=246195"},"modified":"2026-01-22T09:05:20","modified_gmt":"2026-01-22T09:05:20","slug":"mysql-version","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/mysql-version\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Check\u00a0MySQL\u00a0Version (Step-by-Step Guide)\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-key-highlights-nbsp\"><strong>Key highlights<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Learn how to check&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version using phpMyAdmin, SQL queries, hosting&nbsp;panels&nbsp;and&nbsp;command line tools in minutes.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Follow simple steps for&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;check&nbsp;version to verify server performance,&nbsp;compatibility&nbsp;and&nbsp;security before updates.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use&nbsp;check&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version command line for quick results through standard&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;commands available in shell or terminal.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Understand how to check&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version in Linux using terminal commands and direct server access to view exact build numbers.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Find&nbsp;how to check what version of&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;is&nbsp;installed,&nbsp;so you know when to upgrade,&nbsp;optimize&nbsp;queries&nbsp;or&nbsp;troubleshoot server issues.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If your&nbsp;website suddenly breaks or a plugin&nbsp;fails to&nbsp;install, the first thing you should do is&nbsp;check&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version.&nbsp;From WordPress updates to database migrations, knowing your MySQL version helps you avoid compatibility issues, performance slowdowns, and stability&nbsp;problems..&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best part is that checking the&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version is easy. You can do it using phpMyAdmin, command line, SQL&nbsp;queries&nbsp;or&nbsp;your hosting panel.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this guide, you will learn how to check&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version step by step and find out. Before we get into the methods, let us quickly understand what&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;is and why knowing the version matters.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-nbsp-mysql-quick-overview-before-you-check-the-nbsp-mysql-nbsp-version-nbsp\"><strong>What is&nbsp;MySQL? (Quick overview before you check the&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>MySQL&nbsp;is a popular open-source database server that stores and manages website data.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whenever a user logs in,&nbsp;submits&nbsp;a&nbsp;form&nbsp;or views a product, the&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;database&nbsp;is responsible for&nbsp;saving and retrieving that information.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is widely used with:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>WordPress&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Magento&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Joomla&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Custom PHP applications&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>MySQL&nbsp;includes two main components:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>MySQL&nbsp;Server:&nbsp;The engine processing queries and managing data&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>MySQL&nbsp;Client or command line&nbsp;client:&nbsp;Tools you use to interact with the server&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Most users need to check&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;or view their&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version number during tasks like:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Installing plugins or themes&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Migrating a website&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Troubleshooting database errors&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Improving performance or security&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-mysql-nbsp-database-vs-nbsp-mysql-nbsp-server-version-nbsp\"><strong>MySQL&nbsp;Database vs&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;Server Version<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Feature<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>MySQL&nbsp;Database<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>MySQL&nbsp;Server Version<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>What it is&nbsp;<\/td><td>Your data (tables, records, content)&nbsp;<\/td><td>The software that processes database requests&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Why it matters&nbsp;<\/td><td>Stores valuable information&nbsp;<\/td><td>Determines&nbsp;speed, security &amp; compatibility&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>How to check it&nbsp;<\/td><td>View inside phpMyAdmin or Workbench&nbsp;<\/td><td>Run a&nbsp;<strong>SELECT VERSION<\/strong>&nbsp;query or version command&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-understanding-nbsp-mysql-nbsp-release-nbsp-tracks-updated-2025-nbsp\"><strong>Understanding&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;release&nbsp;tracks (Updated 2025)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>MySQL&nbsp;now follows a dual-track release model that gives users flexibility based on their needs:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-innovation-track-vs-lts-track-nbsp\"><strong>Innovation Track vs LTS Track<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Innovation Track (9.x series)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Best for:<\/strong>&nbsp;Developers and teams in fast-paced environments who want&nbsp;cutting-edge&nbsp;features&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Release schedule:<\/strong>&nbsp;New releases every quarter (approximately every&nbsp;3 months)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>What you get:<\/strong>&nbsp;Latest features, improvements, deprecations,&nbsp;removals&nbsp;and&nbsp;all bug fixes&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Support:<\/strong>&nbsp;Each Innovation release is supported until the next Innovation release&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Current version:<\/strong>&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;9.1 (as of December 2024)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Examples:<\/strong>&nbsp;9.0, 9.1, 9.2, 9.3, etc.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>LTS (Long-Term Support) Track<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Best for:<\/strong>&nbsp;Production environments requiring stability and minimal behavior changes&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Release schedule:<\/strong>&nbsp;New major LTS release&nbsp;approximately every&nbsp;2 years&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>What you get:<\/strong>&nbsp;Only critical bug fixes and security patches\u2014no new features after the first LTS version&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Support:<\/strong>&nbsp;5 years of premier support + 3 years of extended support (following Oracle Lifetime Support Policy)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Current LTS version:<\/strong>&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;8.4.x series&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Key benefit:<\/strong>&nbsp;In-place upgrades and downgrades are possible within the same LTS series (e.g., from 8.4.0 to 8.4.3 and back)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-which-track-should-you-choose-nbsp\"><strong>Which track should you choose?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-choose-innovation-track-9-x-if-nbsp\"><strong>Choose Innovation Track (9.x) if:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You&#8217;re&nbsp;developing new applications and want the latest features&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your team has robust automated testing and CI\/CD pipelines&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can commit to quarterly updates&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You prioritize new capabilities over long-term stability&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-choose-lts-track-8-4-x-if-nbsp\"><strong>Choose LTS Track (8.4.x) if:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You&#8217;re&nbsp;running production websites or critical applications&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You need predictable behavior with minimal changes&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You want longer support cycles without frequent upgrades&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stability and compatibility are your top priorities&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You&#8217;re&nbsp;migrating from&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;8.0.x&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-checking-your-nbsp-mysql-nbsp-version-matters-more-than-ever-nbsp\"><strong>Why checking your&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version matters more than ever<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With the new release model, knowing your exact&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version helps you:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Determine&nbsp;your upgrade path:<\/strong>&nbsp;Innovation and LTS tracks have different upgrade requirements&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Plan maintenance windows:<\/strong>&nbsp;Innovation&nbsp;requires&nbsp;quarterly updates; LTS needs less frequent updates&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ensure compatibility:<\/strong>&nbsp;Features available in Innovation may not exist in LTS versions&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Optimize&nbsp;performance:<\/strong>&nbsp;Each track has different performance characteristics and optimizations&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Maintain security:<\/strong>&nbsp;Both tracks receive security patches, but on different schedules&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-current-nbsp-mysql-nbsp-versions-december-2025-nbsp\"><strong>Current&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;versions (December 2025)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Innovation Track:<\/strong>&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;9.1.x (latest features)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>LTS Track:<\/strong>&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;8.4.3 (stable, production-ready)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Legacy Bugfix Track:<\/strong>&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;8.0.39 (security patches only, migrate to 8.4.x recommended)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Important&nbsp;note:<\/strong>&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;8.0.x is in bugfix-only mode. Users are encouraged to migrate to&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;8.4.x LTS for continued feature support and longer lifecycle.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also read:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/help\/article\/how-to-create-and-delete-mysql-databases-and-users\">How to Create and Delete&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;Databases and Users<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-check-nbsp-mysql-nbsp-server-version-quick-answer-table-nbsp\"><strong>How to check&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;server version \u2014 quick answer table<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"936\" height=\"624\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/mysql-image.png\" alt=\"How to check MySQL server version \u2014 quick answer table \" class=\"wp-image-260402\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/mysql-image.png 936w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/mysql-image-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/mysql-image-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/mysql-image-254x169.png 254w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/mysql-image-405x270.png 405w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/mysql-image-900x600.png 900w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to quickly check the&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version, you can find it using phpMyAdmin, the&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;command line client, SQL queries&nbsp;or&nbsp;system tools like command prompt,&nbsp;terminal&nbsp;or&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;Workbench.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These methods help you&nbsp;identify&nbsp;your current version, server status, user login details, supported&nbsp;features&nbsp;and&nbsp;more. Here is the fastest way to compare all methods&nbsp;at a glance:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-quick-ways-to-check-nbsp-mysql-nbsp-version-nbsp\"><strong>Quick ways to check&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Method<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>Where you run it<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>What it shows<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>Best for<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>phpMyAdmin interface&nbsp;<\/td><td>Web hosting panel like cPanel&nbsp;<\/td><td>Shows server version on dashboard home screen&nbsp;<\/td><td>Beginners \/ Shared hosting&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>MySQL&nbsp;-V command&nbsp;<\/td><td>Terminal or command prompt&nbsp;<\/td><td>Displays client build and version number&nbsp;<\/td><td>Linux &amp; Windows users&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SELECT&nbsp;VERSION(); query&nbsp;<\/td><td>MySQL&nbsp;client \/&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;Workbench&nbsp;<\/td><td>Returns current&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version output&nbsp;<\/td><td>Developers or DB Admins&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SHOW VARIABLES LIKE &#8216;version&#8217;;&nbsp;<\/td><td>SQL console or CLI&nbsp;<\/td><td>Shows server variables including&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version number&nbsp;<\/td><td>Detailed configuration checks&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>MySQLadmin&nbsp;version&nbsp;<\/td><td>Command line client&nbsp;<\/td><td>Displays admin info &amp; server status&nbsp;<\/td><td>Administrative operations&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SSH shell&nbsp;<\/td><td>Remote access terminal&nbsp;<\/td><td>Checks if local&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;server responds securely&nbsp;<\/td><td>Advanced users \/ Server-level testing&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Important&nbsp;note:<\/strong>&nbsp;As of 2025, the recommended&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;versions are&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;8.4.x LTS for production environments and&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;9.x for development with&nbsp;cutting-edge&nbsp;features.&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;5.7 reached End-of-Life in October&nbsp;2023&nbsp;and&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;8.0.x will reach EOL in April 2026.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These commands allow you to easily check version details, compare builds, verify&nbsp;installation&nbsp;and&nbsp;confirm&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;is running. In the next section,&nbsp;we&#8217;ll&nbsp;walk through each method step-by-step&nbsp;so you can execute the correct syntax based on your device and environment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-different-methods-to-check-nbsp-mysql-nbsp-version-nbsp\"><strong>What are the different methods to check&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can check the&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version in multiple ways depending on your access level, operating&nbsp;system&nbsp;and workflow. Some users prefer a phpMyAdmin interface, while others use the&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;command line client,&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;Workbench&nbsp;or&nbsp;SSH connection on a remote server.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"936\" height=\"624\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-are-the-different-methods-to-check-MySQL-version.png\" alt=\"What are the different methods to check MySQL version? \" class=\"wp-image-260403\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-are-the-different-methods-to-check-MySQL-version.png 936w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-are-the-different-methods-to-check-MySQL-version-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-are-the-different-methods-to-check-MySQL-version-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-are-the-different-methods-to-check-MySQL-version-254x169.png 254w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-are-the-different-methods-to-check-MySQL-version-405x270.png 405w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-are-the-different-methods-to-check-MySQL-version-900x600.png 900w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the most common ways to view your&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version number:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>GUI (Graphical Interface)&nbsp;methods<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Best for beginners or hosting users&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check version using&nbsp;<strong>phpMyAdmin<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>View version through&nbsp;<strong>MySQL&nbsp;Workbench<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hosting dashboards like cPanel or Plesk&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Command&nbsp;line&nbsp;methods<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Best for developers, Linux&nbsp;users&nbsp;or server admins&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Run&nbsp;<strong>SELECT&nbsp;VERSION();<\/strong>&nbsp;query&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use&nbsp;<strong>MySQL&nbsp;-V<\/strong>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<strong>MySQLadmin&nbsp;version<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Execute&nbsp;<strong>SHOW VARIABLES LIKE &#8216;version&#8217;;<\/strong>&nbsp;for detailed configuration&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check via&nbsp;<strong>SSH shell<\/strong>&nbsp;(secure, encrypted connection)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>System + Network Level Checks<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For advanced debugging and server status verification&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>SSH connection to confirm local&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;server availability (secure method)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Verify server status, output logs,&nbsp;variables&nbsp;and&nbsp;installation build&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Each method returns relevant information about the version of&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;installed, along with other details like user access, server variables,&nbsp;configuration&nbsp;and&nbsp;software build.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now&nbsp;let&#8217;s&nbsp;break down each method with short steps and commands so you can easily check what you are running.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-how-to-check-nbsp-mysql-nbsp-version-in-phpmyadmin-nbsp\"><strong>1. How to check&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version in phpMyAdmin<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you prefer a visual interface, the easiest way to check the&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version is through phpMyAdmin. Most hosting providers, including cPanel-based plans, offer phpMyAdmin by default, so beginners and Windows users find this method simple and quick.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-steps-to-find-nbsp-mysql-nbsp-version-using-phpmyadmin-interface-nbsp\"><strong>Steps to find&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version using phpMyAdmin interface<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 1: Log in to your hosting control panel and click on cPanel, Plesk&nbsp;or&nbsp;similar.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"434\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Log-in-to-your-hosting-control-panel-1024x434.png\" alt=\"Log in to your hosting control panel and click on cPanel, Plesk\u00a0or\u00a0similar.\" class=\"wp-image-260404\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Log-in-to-your-hosting-control-panel-1024x434.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Log-in-to-your-hosting-control-panel-300x127.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Log-in-to-your-hosting-control-panel-768x326.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Log-in-to-your-hosting-control-panel-480x204.png 480w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Log-in-to-your-hosting-control-panel-1000x424.png 1000w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 2: Open&nbsp;<strong>phpMyAdmin<\/strong>&nbsp;under the database tools section.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"310\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Open-phpMyAdmin-under-the-database-tools-section-1024x310.png\" alt=\"Open\u00a0phpMyAdmin\u00a0under the database tools section\" class=\"wp-image-260405\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Open-phpMyAdmin-under-the-database-tools-section-1024x310.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Open-phpMyAdmin-under-the-database-tools-section-300x91.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Open-phpMyAdmin-under-the-database-tools-section-768x232.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Open-phpMyAdmin-under-the-database-tools-section-480x145.png 480w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Open-phpMyAdmin-under-the-database-tools-section-1000x302.png 1000w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 3: Look for the&nbsp;<strong>server version number<\/strong>&nbsp;displayed on the home screen.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"267\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Look-for-the-server-version-number-displayed-on-the-home-screen-1024x267.png\" alt=\"Look for the\u00a0server version number\u00a0displayed on the home screen.\u00a0\" class=\"wp-image-260406\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Look-for-the-server-version-number-displayed-on-the-home-screen-1024x267.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Look-for-the-server-version-number-displayed-on-the-home-screen-300x78.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Look-for-the-server-version-number-displayed-on-the-home-screen-768x200.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Look-for-the-server-version-number-displayed-on-the-home-screen-480x125.png 480w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Look-for-the-server-version-number-displayed-on-the-home-screen-1000x261.png 1000w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 4: You will also see&nbsp;<strong>database server information<\/strong>,&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;client&nbsp;build&nbsp;and&nbsp;server status.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"347\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/other-updates-1024x347.png\" alt=\"You will also see\u00a0database server information,\u00a0MySQL\u00a0client\u00a0build\u00a0and\u00a0server status.\" class=\"wp-image-260409\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/other-updates-1024x347.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/other-updates-300x102.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/other-updates-768x260.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/other-updates-480x162.png 480w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/other-updates-1000x338.png 1000w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You can usually find version details in the top-right or center panel. It may appear as:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>MySQL&nbsp;version:<\/strong>&nbsp;8.4.x or 8.0.xx&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This shows the current version, build&nbsp;type&nbsp;and&nbsp;sometimes release notes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-when-to-use-this-method-nbsp\">When to use this method&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You do not want to use command line or SSH&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You only need quick&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version information&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You are checking a shared or hosted environment&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You want details like username, variables,&nbsp;logs&nbsp;and access permissions&nbsp;at a glance&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>phpMyAdmin also supports SQL queries, so if needed, you can easily run:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>sql&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>SELECT&nbsp;VERSION();<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>sql&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>SHOW VARIABLES LIKE 'version';&nbsp;<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>This gives a deeper breakdown of version details, configuration&nbsp;variables&nbsp;and&nbsp;server information.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-check-nbsp-mysql-nbsp-version-command-line-mysql-nbsp-cli-ssh-nbsp\"><strong>2. Check&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version command line (MySQL&nbsp;CLI\/SSH)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are comfortable using&nbsp;terminal&nbsp;or CMD, the&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;command line client is the fastest way to check the&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version number. This method works on Linux, macOS and Windows systems&nbsp;and&nbsp;is ideal for developers or users with SSH access to a server.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-1-nbsp-nbsp-using-nbsp-mysql-nbsp-v-quick-check-nbsp\">Method 1&nbsp;&#8211;&nbsp;Using&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;-V (Quick check)&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the simplest command to run and does not require login.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Open command prompt \/ terminal and type:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>bash&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>MySQL&nbsp;-V&nbsp;<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Output example:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>MySQL&nbsp;Ver 8.4.3 for Linux on x86_64&nbsp;<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>This displays the version of&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;client installed on your system.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Windows users:<\/strong>&nbsp;If the command&nbsp;doesn&#8217;t&nbsp;work, you may need to navigate to the&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;bin directory first:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>cmd&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>cd \"C:\\Program Files\\MySQL\\MySQL&nbsp;Server 8.4\\bin\"&nbsp;\nMySQL&nbsp;-V&nbsp;<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>Or add&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;to your Windows PATH environment variable for permanent access.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-2-nbsp-nbsp-log-in-to-nbsp-mysql-nbsp-shell-nbsp\">Method 2&nbsp;&#8211;&nbsp;Log in to&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;shell&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Use this if you want deeper details about the server version and configuration.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Run the following command:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>bash&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>MySQL&nbsp;-u root -p&nbsp;<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>Enter your&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;username and password, then execute:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>sql&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>SELECT&nbsp;VERSION();&nbsp;<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Expected output example:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>8.4.3&nbsp;<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>This shows the current&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version running on your server.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-3-nbsp-nbsp-show-version-variables-nbsp\">Method 3&nbsp;&#8211;&nbsp;Show version variables&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want configuration-level information, use:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>sql&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>SHOW VARIABLES LIKE 'version';<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>This returns:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Server version&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>MySQLadmin&nbsp;version info&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Variable build metadata&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Relevant version information for upgrades&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bonus-method-nbsp-nbsp-use-status-command-nbsp\">Bonus Method&nbsp;&#8211;&nbsp;Use STATUS command&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>For comprehensive server information including version,&nbsp;uptime&nbsp;and&nbsp;connection details:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>sql&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>STATUS;&nbsp;<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>This displays version along with server statistics in one command.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-when-should-you-use-nbsp-command-nbsp-line-nbsp\"><strong>When should you use&nbsp;command&nbsp;line?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Use CLI if you need<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>Why<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Faster version lookup&nbsp;<\/td><td>One command, instant result&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Server-level details&nbsp;<\/td><td>Useful for upgrades or troubleshooting&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SSH shell access&nbsp;<\/td><td>Remote system checks &amp; logs (secure encrypted connection)&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Advanced administrative operations&nbsp;<\/td><td>Run SHOW VARIABLES,&nbsp;validate&nbsp;server status&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This method is best for power users, database&nbsp;admins&nbsp;and&nbsp;anyone managing a remote or local&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;server.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-how-to-check-what-version-of-nbsp-mysql-nbsp-is-installed-using-sql-queries-nbsp\"><strong>3. How to check what version of&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;is installed using SQL queries<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are already inside the&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;shell or working through tools like&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;Workbench, you can easily check the version using SQL statements. This method is&nbsp;highly reliable&nbsp;because it reads the version directly from the database server.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-1-nbsp-nbsp-use-select-nbsp-version-nbsp\">Method 1&nbsp;&#8211;&nbsp;Use SELECT&nbsp;VERSION();&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the most common and direct query.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>sql&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>SELECT&nbsp;VERSION();<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Output example:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>8.4.3&nbsp;<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>This displays the current version of&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;installed on your server.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-2-nbsp-nbsp-show-detailed-version-variables-nbsp\">Method 2&nbsp;&#8211;&nbsp;Show detailed version variables&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want configuration-level information instead of just a simple number, use:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>sql&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>SHOW VARIABLES LIKE 'version';&nbsp;<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>This query returns:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>MySQL&nbsp;version number&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Build details&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Release information&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Other server variables related to versioning&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-3-nbsp-nbsp-check-version-server-nbsp-status-nbsp-and-administrative-info-nbsp\">Method 3&nbsp;&#8211;&nbsp;Check version, server&nbsp;status&nbsp;and administrative info&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also use:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>bash&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>MySQLadmin&nbsp;version&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This command shows:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Server status&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Uptime&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Log-level details&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Administrative operations info&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Ideal for users managing a remote or local&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;server.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-when-is-this-method-best-nbsp\">When is this method best?&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Best for<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>Why<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Developers and DB administrators&nbsp;<\/td><td>Clean SQL-based output&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Checking configuration variables&nbsp;<\/td><td>Queries show deep server details&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Workbench \/ GUI users&nbsp;<\/td><td>Run queries with one click&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cross-platform use (Linux, macOS, Windows)&nbsp;<\/td><td>SQL works everywhere&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>SQL queries are simple,&nbsp;fast&nbsp;and&nbsp;return relevant information, making them one of the best ways to verify your current&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-how-to-check-nbsp-mysql-nbsp-version-in-wordpress-dashboard-nbsp\"><strong>4. How to check&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version in WordPress dashboard<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you manage a WordPress site, you can check the&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version without using terminal or commands. WordPress provides built-in tools that show database details, including the&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version number, server&nbsp;information&nbsp;and&nbsp;environment configuration.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This method requires no command line usage, so&nbsp;it&#8217;s&nbsp;ideal for beginners, bloggers, small business&nbsp;owners&nbsp;and&nbsp;non-technical users.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-nbsp-nbsp-check-nbsp-mysql-nbsp-version-using-wordpress-site-health-tool-built-in-nbsp\">Method&nbsp;&#8211;&nbsp;Check&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version using WordPress Site Health tool (Built-in)&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>WordPress has included the Site Health feature since version 5.2 (2019), so you&nbsp;don&#8217;t&nbsp;need any&nbsp;additional&nbsp;plugins.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow these steps:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 1: Log in to your WordPress&nbsp;<strong>wp-admin<\/strong>&nbsp;dashboard&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"289\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Log-in-to-your-WordPress-wp-admin-dashboard--1024x289.png\" alt=\"Log in to your WordPress\u00a0wp-admin\u00a0dashboard\u00a0\" class=\"wp-image-260410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Log-in-to-your-WordPress-wp-admin-dashboard--1024x289.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Log-in-to-your-WordPress-wp-admin-dashboard--300x85.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Log-in-to-your-WordPress-wp-admin-dashboard--768x217.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Log-in-to-your-WordPress-wp-admin-dashboard--480x136.png 480w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Log-in-to-your-WordPress-wp-admin-dashboard--1000x283.png 1000w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 2: Go to&nbsp;&#8216;Tools&#8217;&nbsp;and click on&nbsp;&#8216;Site Health&#8217;.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"496\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Go-to-Tools-and-click-on-Site-Health-1024x496.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-260411\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Go-to-Tools-and-click-on-Site-Health-1024x496.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Go-to-Tools-and-click-on-Site-Health-300x145.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Go-to-Tools-and-click-on-Site-Health-768x372.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Go-to-Tools-and-click-on-Site-Health-480x233.png 480w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Go-to-Tools-and-click-on-Site-Health-1000x485.png 1000w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 3: Open the&nbsp;&#8216;Info&#8217;&nbsp;tab.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"587\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Open-the-Info-tab-1024x587.png\" alt=\"Open the\u00a0Info\u00a0tab\u00a0\" class=\"wp-image-260412\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Open-the-Info-tab-1024x587.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Open-the-Info-tab-300x172.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Open-the-Info-tab-768x440.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Open-the-Info-tab-295x169.png 295w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Open-the-Info-tab-471x270.png 471w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Open-the-Info-tab-1000x573.png 1000w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 4: Scroll down to the&nbsp;&#8216;Database&#8217;&nbsp;section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Scroll-down-to-the-Database-section-1024x375.png\" alt=\"Scroll down to the\u00a0'Database'\u00a0section.\" class=\"wp-image-260413\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Scroll-down-to-the-Database-section-1024x375.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Scroll-down-to-the-Database-section-300x110.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Scroll-down-to-the-Database-section-768x281.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Scroll-down-to-the-Database-section-480x176.png 480w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Scroll-down-to-the-Database-section-1000x366.png 1000w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 5: Look for&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"285\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Look-for-MySQL-version-information--1024x285.png\" alt=\"Look for\u00a0MySQL\u00a0version information.\" class=\"wp-image-260414\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Look-for-MySQL-version-information--1024x285.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Look-for-MySQL-version-information--300x83.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Look-for-MySQL-version-information--768x213.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Look-for-MySQL-version-information--480x133.png 480w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Look-for-MySQL-version-information--1000x278.png 1000w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"5\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll&nbsp;see something like:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>Database server:&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;8.3.28.<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>This shows your current version, database&nbsp;engine&nbsp;and&nbsp;related server variables.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-optional-nbsp-nbsp-use-a-wordpress-plugin-for-advanced-details-nbsp\">Optional&nbsp;&#8211;&nbsp;Use a WordPress plugin (for advanced details)&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you prefer&nbsp;additional&nbsp;insights or visual breakdown, plugins like:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Query Monitor<\/strong>&nbsp;(shows database queries and performance)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Health Check &amp; Troubleshooting<\/strong>&nbsp;(extended diagnostics)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>WP System Health<\/strong>&nbsp;(enhanced system information)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>can show&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;server status, PHP&nbsp;version&nbsp;and&nbsp;system configuration in more detail.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong>&nbsp;Most users&nbsp;don&#8217;t&nbsp;need plugins for basic version checking\u2014the built-in Site Health tool is sufficient.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-when-is-this-method-ideal-nbsp\">When is this method ideal?&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Use case<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>Benefit<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Don&#8217;t&nbsp;want to run commands&nbsp;<\/td><td>No terminal or&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;Shell&nbsp;required&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Want quick&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version lookup&nbsp;<\/td><td>30-second check inside dashboard&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Manage multiple websites&nbsp;<\/td><td>Fast visibility for server status&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Are not comfortable with SSH or command prompt&nbsp;<\/td><td>Beginner-friendly method&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is one of the easiest ways to check what version of&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;is installed when you only have access to WordPress.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-how-to-verify-nbsp-mysql-nbsp-server-connectivity-advanced-troubleshooting-nbsp\"><strong>5. How to verify&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;server connectivity (Advanced troubleshooting)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to verify whether your database server is responding, you can check&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;server connectivity to confirm the service is running and accessible over the network.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is useful when you are troubleshooting remote access issues or checking connectivity between applications and the database server.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-nbsp-nbsp-connect-using-ssh-recommended-secure-method-nbsp\">Method&nbsp;&#8211;&nbsp;Connect using SSH (Recommended secure method)&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The secure way to test connectivity is using SSH:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>bash&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>ssh user@your-server-address&nbsp;\nMySQL&nbsp;-u root -p&nbsp;<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>This&nbsp;confirms&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;is accessible and allows you to run queries securely.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-alternative-nbsp-nbsp-testing-port-connectivity-advanced-nbsp\">Alternative&nbsp;&#8211;&nbsp;Testing port connectivity (Advanced)&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To test if&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;port 3306 is open and responding:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>bash&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>telnet your-server-address 3306&nbsp;<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>Or using a more modern tool:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>bash&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>nc&nbsp;-zv&nbsp;your-server-address 3306&nbsp;<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Important Security Notes:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Telnet is unencrypted and deprecated<\/strong>&nbsp;for security reasons&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Most modern hosting environments block Telnet by default&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Always use SSH<\/strong>&nbsp;for remote server access instead&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>This method primarily confirms connectivity, but may not reliably display the version number due to security configurations&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-when-should-you-use-connectivity-testing-nbsp\">When should you use connectivity testing?&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Use case<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>Why this method helps<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>MySQL&nbsp;is not responding or&nbsp;failing to connect&nbsp;<\/td><td>Verifies if the port is open&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Checking server-level availability&nbsp;<\/td><td>Confirms&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;is running before login&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Firewall&nbsp;or network debugging&nbsp;<\/td><td>Tests if&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;port is accessible&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Remote server troubleshooting&nbsp;<\/td><td>Validates connection path&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Recommendation:<\/strong>&nbsp;Use SSH for secure remote access and run SELECT&nbsp;VERSION(); once connected for&nbsp;accurate&nbsp;version information.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-how-to-check-nbsp-mysql-nbsp-version-in-linux-cpanel-hosting-control-panels-nbsp\"><strong>6. How to check&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version in Linux \/ cPanel \/ hosting control panels<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If&nbsp;you&#8217;re&nbsp;working on a Linux server or using hosting tools like cPanel or Plesk, you can check&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version using both interface-based and command-line methods. This is helpful if&nbsp;you&#8217;re&nbsp;managing&nbsp;a production site,&nbsp;accessing&nbsp;a database&nbsp;remotely&nbsp;or&nbsp;performing&nbsp;various administrative operations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-1-nbsp-nbsp-check-nbsp-mysql-nbsp-server-version-in-linux-terminal-nbsp\">Method 1&nbsp;&#8211;&nbsp;Check&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;server version in Linux (terminal)&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Most Linux users prefer the command line because it is fast,&nbsp;clean&nbsp;and&nbsp;direct.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use the following command to view version details:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>bash&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>MySQL&nbsp;-V&nbsp;<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>This instantly displays the&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version number installed on your system.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want deeper details, log into the&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;shell:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>bash&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>MySQL&nbsp;-u root -p&nbsp;<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>Enter your root password and run:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>sql&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>SELECT&nbsp;VERSION();&nbsp;<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>This query shows the current version, build&nbsp;number&nbsp;and&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;release.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-2-nbsp-nbsp-check-version-inside-cpanel-or-plesk-nbsp\">Method 2&nbsp;&#8211;&nbsp;Check version inside cPanel or Plesk&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If&nbsp;you&#8217;re&nbsp;using shared hosting, you&nbsp;don&#8217;t&nbsp;need terminal access.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Steps:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 1: Log into your hosting panel&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"434\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Log-in-to-your-hosting-control-panel-1-1024x434.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-260415\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Log-in-to-your-hosting-control-panel-1-1024x434.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Log-in-to-your-hosting-control-panel-1-300x127.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Log-in-to-your-hosting-control-panel-1-768x326.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Log-in-to-your-hosting-control-panel-1-480x204.png 480w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Log-in-to-your-hosting-control-panel-1-1000x424.png 1000w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 2: Open&nbsp;<strong>phpMyAdmin<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"310\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Open-phpMyAdmin-under-the-database-tools-section-1-1024x310.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-260416\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Open-phpMyAdmin-under-the-database-tools-section-1-1024x310.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Open-phpMyAdmin-under-the-database-tools-section-1-300x91.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Open-phpMyAdmin-under-the-database-tools-section-1-768x232.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Open-phpMyAdmin-under-the-database-tools-section-1-480x145.png 480w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Open-phpMyAdmin-under-the-database-tools-section-1-1000x302.png 1000w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 3: Look at the home screen for&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;server version&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"267\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Look-for-the-server-version-number-displayed-on-the-home-screen-1-1024x267.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-260417\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Look-for-the-server-version-number-displayed-on-the-home-screen-1-1024x267.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Look-for-the-server-version-number-displayed-on-the-home-screen-1-300x78.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Look-for-the-server-version-number-displayed-on-the-home-screen-1-768x200.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Look-for-the-server-version-number-displayed-on-the-home-screen-1-480x125.png 480w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Look-for-the-server-version-number-displayed-on-the-home-screen-1-1000x261.png 1000w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 4: You can also scroll to the&nbsp;<strong>database server section<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>This method is beginner-friendly and works without commands.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-3-nbsp-nbsp-check-nbsp-mysql-nbsp-version-through-gui-tools-nbsp\">Method 3&nbsp;&#8211;&nbsp;Check&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version through GUI tools&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you prefer graphical tools instead of command line:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>MySQL&nbsp;Workbench&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>phpMyAdmin&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hosting dashboard database viewer&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>can show version details easily. These tools also allow imports,&nbsp;exports&nbsp;and&nbsp;administrative operations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-when-should-you-use-this-method-nbsp\">When should you use this method?&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Use case<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>Best&nbsp;option<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>You prefer commands&nbsp;<\/td><td>Use Linux terminal or command prompt&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>You&nbsp;don&#8217;t&nbsp;want commands&nbsp;<\/td><td>Use cPanel phpMyAdmin interface&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>You need&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;configuration details&nbsp;<\/td><td>Use SHOW VARIABLES LIKE &#8216;version&#8217;&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>You forgot login credentials&nbsp;<\/td><td>Use hosting access recovery options&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether&nbsp;you&#8217;re&nbsp;on Linux, cPanel&nbsp;or&nbsp;another hosting panel, you can check the&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version without effort.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-mysql-nbsp-version-recommendations-for-2025-nbsp\"><strong>MySQL&nbsp;version recommendations for 2025<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When checking your&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version,&nbsp;it&#8217;s&nbsp;important to know which versions are currently recommended:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-production-nbsp-environments-nbsp\"><strong>Production&nbsp;environments<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>MySQL&nbsp;8.4.x LTS<\/strong>&nbsp;(Long-Term Support)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>5 years of premier support + 3 years extended support&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stable, security-focused, minimal changes&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Best for live websites and critical applications&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-development-nbsp-environments-nbsp\"><strong>Development&nbsp;environments<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>MySQL&nbsp;9.x Innovation Track<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Quarterly releases with latest features&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Best for testing new capabilities&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Not recommended for production&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-versions-to-nbsp-upgrade-nbsp-from-nbsp\"><strong>Versions to&nbsp;upgrade&nbsp;from<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>MySQL&nbsp;5.7:<\/strong>&nbsp;End-of-Life reached October 2023&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>MySQL&nbsp;8.0.x:<\/strong>&nbsp;EOL scheduled for April 2026&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Users should migrate to&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;8.4.x LTS&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowing your current version helps you plan upgrades, ensure&nbsp;security&nbsp;and&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;compatibility with modern applications.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-nbsp-you-should-nbsp-check-nbsp-mysql-nbsp-version-nbsp\"><strong>Why&nbsp;you should&nbsp;check&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowing your&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version is more important than it seems. Whether you manage a WordPress site, run an ecommerce store or handle data-heavy applications, the current&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version&nbsp;determines&nbsp;performance,&nbsp;compatibility&nbsp;and security.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s&nbsp;why you should always check the&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version before updating software or making system changes:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-compatibility-with-plugins-nbsp-themes-nbsp-and-apps-nbsp\"><strong>1. Compatibility with plugins,&nbsp;themes&nbsp;and apps<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Certain plugins or CMS tools require a specific&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;server version. If the version is outdated, features may break or stop working.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-security-and-stability-nbsp\"><strong>2. Security and stability<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>New releases often include important security fixes. Running the latest&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version helps protect your&nbsp;website&nbsp;data and reduce vulnerabilities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-better-performance-and-speed-nbsp\"><strong>3. Better performance and speed<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Updated versions usually come with improved indexing, query&nbsp;handling&nbsp;and storage engines. This helps your website load faster and process requests more efficiently.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-troubleshooting-and-debugging-nbsp\"><strong>4. Troubleshooting and debugging<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Version knowledge helps when you execute queries, solve connection&nbsp;errors&nbsp;or use&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;command&nbsp;line&nbsp;client tools to check logs or server status.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-smooth-upgrades-and-migrations-nbsp\"><strong>5. Smooth upgrades and migrations<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you plan to upgrade,&nbsp;migrate&nbsp;or move to a new host, checking your version first avoids downtime or configuration conflicts.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In short, knowing your&nbsp;<strong>MySQL&nbsp;version information<\/strong>&nbsp;gives you clarity,&nbsp;control&nbsp;and confidence while managing your website or database server.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-understanding-nbsp-mysql-nbsp-version-numbers-nbsp\"><strong>Understanding&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version numbers<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you upgrade or troubleshoot a database, it helps to understand what the&nbsp;<strong>MySQL&nbsp;version number<\/strong>&nbsp;means.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The version format usually looks like this:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>8.0.34&nbsp;\n5.7.42&nbsp;<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>Each part has meaning&nbsp;and&nbsp;knowing it helps you&nbsp;determine&nbsp;stability,&nbsp;support&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>new features<\/strong>&nbsp;available in the build.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>MySQL&nbsp;version breakdown<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Segment<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>Example<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>Meaning<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Major version&nbsp;<\/td><td>8 \/ 5&nbsp;<\/td><td>Feature set, architecture changes&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Minor version&nbsp;<\/td><td>0 \/ 7&nbsp;<\/td><td>Security patches, enhancements&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Patch version&nbsp;<\/td><td>34 \/ 42&nbsp;<\/td><td>Bug fixes, maintenance updates&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When you&nbsp;<strong>check the&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version<\/strong>, whether via command line or GUI, this structure will appear in the result or query output.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-version-numbers-matter-nbsp\"><strong>Why version numbers matter<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you know your&nbsp;<strong>current version<\/strong>, you can:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identify&nbsp;whether&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;running the&nbsp;<strong>best&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version<\/strong>&nbsp;or an older build&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Determine&nbsp;what&nbsp;<strong>new features<\/strong>&nbsp;you can access after upgrading&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Understand compatibility with WordPress, PHP,&nbsp;themes&nbsp;and extensions&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Perform safer updates with fewer errors or data issues&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Different versions may support different syntax or performance improvements, so always check compatibility before you upgrade.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-quick-ways-to-verify-version-details-nbsp\"><strong>Quick ways to verify version details<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Run any of the following commands inside&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;shell or command prompt:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>SELECT&nbsp;VERSION();&nbsp;\nSHOW VARIABLES LIKE 'version';&nbsp;<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>These statements return the&nbsp;<strong>version number<\/strong>, configuration&nbsp;details&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>relevant information<\/strong>&nbsp;about the server.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowing how version numbers work helps you choose the correct update path and avoid conflicts when running scripts or applications.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-should-you-upgrade-nbsp-mysql-nbsp-server-version-nbsp\"><strong>Should you upgrade&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;server version?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Checking your&nbsp;<strong>MySQL&nbsp;version<\/strong>&nbsp;is the first step.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The next question is whether you should upgrade or continue using your current build.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Upgrading is often beneficial, but the right decision depends on compatibility,&nbsp;stability&nbsp;and&nbsp;server requirements.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-when-upgrading-nbsp-mysql-nbsp-makes-sense-nbsp\"><strong>When upgrading&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;makes sense<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You should consider upgrading if:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your current build is outdated or no longer supported&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You want access to&nbsp;<strong>new features<\/strong>, performance&nbsp;boosts&nbsp;and&nbsp;better indexing&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your CMS or application recommends a newer&nbsp;<strong>version of&nbsp;MySQL<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You are experiencing slow queries or server response issues&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You are planning a migration, theme update, plugin&nbsp;installation&nbsp;or&nbsp;system expansion&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Newer releases offer security patches, better optimization, improved storage&nbsp;engines&nbsp;and&nbsp;advanced SQL support \u2014 all of which help keep your website running efficiently.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-when-you-may-wait-instead-nbsp\"><strong>When you may wait instead<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You may postpone upgrading if:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You rely on old scripts or legacy applications&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your system is&nbsp;stable&nbsp;and you do not need new features&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You have compatibility concerns with plugins or code&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You do not have a tested backup or rollback&nbsp;option&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Stability is important. A newer version is not always better if your environment&nbsp;isn&#8217;t&nbsp;prepared for the change.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-quick-decision-guide-nbsp\"><strong>Quick decision guide<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Upgrade?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>If&nbsp;yes<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>If&nbsp;no<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>When you need performance &amp; features&nbsp;<\/td><td>Upgrade to supported stable builds&nbsp;<\/td><td>Stay until testing is complete&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>When software requires a specific version&nbsp;<\/td><td>Upgrade after backup&nbsp;<\/td><td>Review compatibility first&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>When debugging, errors&nbsp;or&nbsp;slow queries occur&nbsp;<\/td><td>Update to&nbsp;optimized&nbsp;version&nbsp;<\/td><td>Monitor status before changing&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;unsure, checking&nbsp;<strong>server status<\/strong>,&nbsp;compatibility&nbsp;and&nbsp;system logs can help you decide safely.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-upgrade-nbsp-mysql-nbsp-version-safely-nbsp\"><strong>How to upgrade&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version safely?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Upgrading&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;is not just about clicking&nbsp;update.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It requires preparation,&nbsp;backup&nbsp;and&nbsp;testing to avoid data loss or downtime.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you upgrade, always&nbsp;check the&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version, verify&nbsp;compatibility&nbsp;and&nbsp;ensure your site or app supports the new release.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-follow-these-steps-for-a-safe-upgrade-nbsp\"><strong>Follow these steps for a safe upgrade<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Back up your database<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Export all tables,&nbsp;users&nbsp;and&nbsp;configuration settings.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A safe rollback gives you protection if anything fails.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Check version compatibility<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Confirm&nbsp;theme, plugin,&nbsp;CMS&nbsp;and PHP support.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Older tools may not work with the&nbsp;<strong>best&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Review release notes<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Look for performance changes, deprecated&nbsp;features&nbsp;and syntax updates.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Test in staging environment (recommended)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Never upgrade live systems without a test run.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"5\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Perform the upgrade<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Use hosting panel,&nbsp;terminal&nbsp;or&nbsp;OS package manager.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"6\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Verify installation using the following command:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>SELECT&nbsp;VERSION();<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>You should now see the&nbsp;<strong>current version<\/strong>&nbsp;updated successfully.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-upgrade-paths-based-on-your-environment-nbsp\"><strong>Upgrade paths based on your environment<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-upgrade-nbsp-mysql-nbsp-using-cpanel-nbsp\">1. Upgrade&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;using cPanel&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>You can upgrade through the hosting dashboard if your provider supports it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Steps:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Log in to cPanel&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;Database or software management menu&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Select update\/MySQL&nbsp;version options&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Confirm and apply upgrade&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>After upgrading, run&nbsp;<strong>SHOW VARIABLES LIKE &#8216;version&#8217;;<\/strong>&nbsp;to verify.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-upgrade-nbsp-mysql-nbsp-in-linux-ubuntu-nbsp\">2. Upgrade&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;in Linux\/Ubuntu&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Linux users can upgrade through command line tools.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>sudo&nbsp;apt-get update&nbsp;\nsudo apt-get install&nbsp;MySQL-server<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>Then check using:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>MySQL&nbsp;-V&nbsp;<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-upgrade-nbsp-mysql-nbsp-on-macos-nbsp\">3. Upgrade&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;on macOS&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If installed via Homebrew:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>brew update&nbsp;\nbrew upgrade&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>Restart&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;service afterward and run:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>SELECT&nbsp;VERSION();<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-upgrade-nbsp-mysql-nbsp-in-windows-nbsp\">4. Upgrade&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;in Windows&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Windows users can upgrade using MSI packages or&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;Installer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Steps:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Download the latest&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;installer from the official site&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Launch setup and choose upgrade&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Complete installation and restart services&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Verify version from&nbsp;<strong>command prompt<\/strong>&nbsp;using:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>MySQL&nbsp;-V&nbsp;<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-thoughts-nbsp\"><strong>Final thoughts<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Checking your&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version&nbsp;is one of the simplest yet most important steps when managing a website or application. It helps you understand what your server supports, which features are&nbsp;available&nbsp;and&nbsp;whether you may need an upgrade for better performance.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can easily check the version using phpMyAdmin, SQL queries, command line&nbsp;tools&nbsp;or&nbsp;hosting panels depending on whether you prefer a graphical interface or terminal-based workflow.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you know your&nbsp;MySQL&nbsp;version number, you can plan updates more confidently, troubleshoot errors&nbsp;faster&nbsp;and&nbsp;avoid compatibility issues with plugins,&nbsp;themes&nbsp;or&nbsp;scripts. Upgrading should always begin with a backup, a quick compatibility&nbsp;check&nbsp;and&nbsp;a safe deployment method.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bluehost offers optimized servers, one-click tools and 24\/7 support for smooth database management. 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How to check\u00a0installed\u00a0MySQL\u00a0version?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You can check the installed\u00a0MySQL\u00a0version using phpMyAdmin, SQL\u00a0queries\u00a0or\u00a0command line.\u00a0<br\/>Run\u00a0MySQL\u00a0-V for a quick view\u00a0or\u00a0log into\u00a0MySQL\u00a0shell with\u00a0MySQL\u00a0-u root -p and execute:\u00a0<br\/><em>SELECT\u00a0VERSION();<\/em><br\/>This returns the current version along with build details and configuration.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1766061372805\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>2. How to check\u00a0SQL\u00a0version in\u00a0cmd?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Open\u00a0command prompt\u00a0and run any of the following commands:\u00a0<br\/><em>MySQL\u00a0-V\u00a0<br\/>MySQL\u00a0&#8211;version\u00a0<\/em><br\/>These commands return your\u00a0MySQL\u00a0or Oracle-compatible version number instantly.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1766061373922\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>3. How to check SQL version through\u00a0cmd?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Login to\u00a0MySQL\u00a0shell:\u00a0<br\/><em>MySQL\u00a0-u root -p\u00a0<\/em><br\/>Then execute:\u00a0<br\/><em>SELECT\u00a0VERSION();\u00a0<br\/>SHOW VARIABLES LIKE &#8216;version&#8217;;\u00a0<\/em><br\/>You may also use a\u00a0status command\u00a0for\u00a0additional\u00a0details including uptime and current input statement tracking.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1766061375295\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>4. 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