How to Connect MariaDB to DataGrip

How do I connect MariaDB to DataGrip?

Create a stable MariaDB JDBC data source in JetBrains DataGrip with the correct driver, URL, credentials, and optional SSL.

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Description

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What prerequisites must be in place?

Install DataGrip 2023.3+ and ensure the MariaDB (or MySQL) JDBC driver is downloaded. Collect the database host, port (3306), user, password, and default schema.

How do I add the MariaDB driver if it is missing?

Open File → Data Sources & Drivers, click Drivers, select MariaDB, and press Download. DataGrip stores the JAR under ~/.DataGrip*/jdbc-drivers/.

How do I create the data source?

Inside Data Sources & Drivers click + → MariaDB. Enter host, port, user, password, and database.Enable Save password to avoid re-prompting.

What connection URL should I use?

The JDBC URL appears as jdbc:mariadb://db.acme.com:3306/shop?serverTimezone=UTC. Add optional parameters like allowMultiQueries=true or useSSL=true when security is required.

How do I test and save the connection?

Click Test Connection. DataGrip pings the server and loads metadata. Green status means success. Press Apply → OK to store the data source for future sessions.

What sample query verifies the schema?

Run SELECT id, name, email FROM Customers ORDER BY created_at DESC LIMIT 10;.If rows return, privileges are correct.

How do I use SSL or SSH tunneling?

In the data-source dialog, open the SSH/SSL tab. Add an SSH key or check Use SSL and supply the CA, client cert, and key. DataGrip appends the right flags to the JDBC URL.

What best practices should I follow?

Always set serverTimezone to avoid time drift, store secrets in DataGrip’s password vault, and share data-source settings via .idea files for team consistency.

Why How to Connect MariaDB to DataGrip is important

How to Connect MariaDB to DataGrip Example Usage


-- After connecting in DataGrip
SELECT o.id,
       c.name,
       o.total_amount,
       o.order_date
FROM   Orders o
JOIN   Customers c ON c.id = o.customer_id
WHERE  o.order_date >= CURRENT_DATE - INTERVAL 30 DAY
ORDER  BY o.order_date DESC;

How to Connect MariaDB to DataGrip Syntax


jdbc:mariadb://<host>:<port>/<database>?user=<user>&password=<password>&serverTimezone=UTC&allowMultiQueries=true&useSSL=false
-- Ecommerce example
jdbc:mariadb://db.shop.io:3306/shop?user=analyst&password=S3cret!&serverTimezone=UTC&useSSL=true

Common Mistakes

Using the MySQL driver instead of MariaDB. Although compatible, some features (e.g., sequence metadata) fail. Pick the dedicated MariaDB driver or update the MySQL JAR to 8.1+.
Omitting serverTimezone in the URL, leading to timestamp shifts. Always add ?serverTimezone=UTC (or your zone) to align client and server times.