
Windows · Developer Tools
MySQL Connector/ODBC Driver
Standardized MySQL database driver for Windows
Version 26.10.0 · by Oracle
Official site: dev.mysql.com
About MySQL Connector/ODBC Driver
The MySQL Connector/ODBC is the name for the family of MySQL ODBC drivers (previously called MyODBC drivers) that provide access to a MySQL database using the industry standard Open Database Connectivity (ODBC) API. This reference covers Connector/ODBC 8.0, which includes the functionality of the Unicode driver and the ANSI driver.
MySQL Connector/ODBC provides both driver-manager based and native interfaces to the MySQL database, with full support for MySQL functionality, including stored procedures, transactions and, with Connector/ODBC 5.1 and higher, full Unicode compliance.
How to install MySQL Connector/ODBC Driver
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Chocolatey you can install and update it with: choco install mysql-connector-odbc-driver
- Open MySQL Connector/ODBC Driver once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is MySQL Connector/ODBC Driver free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to dev.mysql.com, the developer's official site, where MySQL Connector/ODBC Driver is available to download. Grabware doesn't host or modify any files.
What is the latest version of MySQL Connector/ODBC Driver?
The version listed here is 26.10.0, published /Date(1792. The developer's site always has the newest release.
How do I install MySQL Connector/ODBC Driver from the command line?
With Chocolatey, run: choco install mysql-connector-odbc-driver. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is MySQL Connector/ODBC Driver safe?
MySQL Connector/ODBC Driver downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
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