We do not run a dedicated MySQL server on your instance as it would unnecessarily consume resources, reduce availability and failover capabilities, and slow down your site.

However, it may seem like a dedicated server because the MySQL server is accessible via 127.0.0.1 (localhost). This setup simplifies SQL caching and load balancing. A local daemon handles caching, splits read and write operations, and selects the optimal backend server for the highest performance. Connect to 127.0.0.1 (port 3306) for the best speed.

The main advantage of this solution is the ability to scale MySQL performance as needed while maintaining simplicity. The backend cluster can expand continuously without requiring changes to your server's configuration.