WeSQL – An Innovative MySQL That Stores All Data on S3

In plain words

WeSQL is a MySQL variant designed to store all data on Amazon S3 instead of local storage. It is built for developers and organizations seeking cloud-native database solutions with scalable storage capabilities. The system combines MySQL compatibility with S3 integration, allowing users to leverage cloud storage infrastructure while maintaining familiar SQL interfaces. This approach aims to reduce storage costs and simplify data management for applications requiring flexible, distributed data infrastructure.

written from the facts on this page · September 2026

From the sources

WeSQL is an innovative MySQL distribution that adopts a compute-storage separation architecture, with storage backed by S3 (and S3-compatible systems). It can run on any cloud, ensuring no vendor lock-in. WeSQL has completely replaced MySQL’s traditional disk storage with S3. All MySQL data—binlogs, schemas, storage engine metadata, WAL, and data files—are entirely ( not partially! ) stored as objects in S3. The 11 nines of durability provided by S3 significantly enhances data reliability. Additionally, WeSQL can start from a clean, empty instance, connect to S3, load the data, and begin serving immediately with no additional setup required. It is ideal for users who need an easy-to-manage,…from github.com

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