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This article summarizes the 2026 feature announcements for Azure Database for MySQL flexible server, listed newest first.
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This article references the term slave, which Microsoft no longer uses. When the term is removed from the software, we'll remove it from this article.
November 2026
Pre-upgrade validation for MySQL 8.0 to 8.4 (preview)
The Validate option now supports upgrades from MySQL 8.0 to 8.4, in preview. Before you upgrade, select Validate in the Upgrade pane and set 8.4 as the target version. Validation checks your server and schema for compatibility with MySQL 8.4 and lists any issues to fix before you upgrade. For more information, see how to upgrade.
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Pre-upgrade validation for 8.0 to 8.4 is in preview. We strongly recommend to also use the official Oracle MySQL Upgrade checker tool to test your database schema compatibility and perform necessary regression tests to verify application compatibility.
October 2026
Extended support for MySQL 5.7 is now in effect
Azure standard support for MySQL 5.7 ended on September 30, 2026, and extended support began on October 1, 2026. Servers still running MySQL 5.7 are automatically enrolled in extended support and charged for it. To stop the charges, upgrade to a supported version, such as MySQL 8.4, by using major version upgrade. For more information, see versioning policy
September 2026
Reader endpoint for Azure Database for MySQL is now in public preview
Reader endpoint gives your read replicas a single DNS endpoint. It automatically routes new read connections across eligible replicas, so applications no longer have to manage individual replica hostnames. It's health-aware: replicas that are unavailable or exceed your configured replication lag threshold are automatically excluded from routing. This feature simplifies application connectivity and makes it easier to scale read-heavy workloads without managing individual replica endpoints.
For more information, see Reader Endpoint preview.
July 2026
In July 2026, Azure Database for MySQL flexible server previewed a new storage option for demanding workloads. The following update introduces Premium SSD v2 support with independent scaling of storage capacity, IOPS, and throughput.
Azure Database for MySQL now supports Premium SSD v2 storage in Private Preview
Azure MySQL now offers Premium SSD v2 storage option which enables you to independently scale storage capacity, IOPS, and throughput, helping optimize both performance and cost. The new managed disk-based architecture also introduces support for the latest General Purpose and Memory Optimized V6 SKU families, enabling you to run larger and more demanding workloads with better price-performance.
The feature is currently available in Private Preview for supported compute SKUs and regions. To enroll in the preview, submit your details using this form.
June 2026
In June 2026, Azure Database for MySQL flexible server expanded its migration options. The following update adds Azure Database Migration Service support for migrating workloads to MySQL 8.4.
Azure Database Migration Service adds support for MySQL 8.4
Azure Database Migration Service (Azure DMS) now supports migrating MySQL workloads to Azure Database for MySQL 8.4. With this update, you can migrate your data to MySQL 8.4 on Azure by using the automation that Azure DMS provides.
For more information, see Tutorial: Migrate from MySQL to Azure Database for MySQL flexible server online using DMS via the Azure portal and Azure Database for MySQL version support policy.