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# Create a MariaDB connection

# Create a MariaDB connection {#ariaid-title1}

* Release version: Zurich
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* Updated July 31, 2025
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* ![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 1 minute to read

Establish a zero copy connection to an external MariaDB database in Workflow Data Fabric Hub.

## Before you begin

Role required: df_connection_admin

## About this task

Work with your data source admin to create a connection to MariaDB. For additional information about connecting, refer to the [MariaDB connector documentation](https://trino.io/docs/current/connector/mariadb.html).  
Note:  
This connector was developed by the open-source community and made available through the ServiceNow AI Platform for general use. Functionality can vary and might not cover all use cases supported by primary connectors.

## Procedure

1. Navigate to the available community connectors in Workflow Data Fabric Hub in one of the following ways:
   * Navigate to AllWorkflow Data Fabric HubAvailable connectorsCommunity connectors.
   * Navigate to AdminWorkflow Data Fabric HubAvailable connectorsCommunity connectors.
   {#create-mariadb-connection__choices_gwt_z2b_2fc}
2. Find the MariaDB connector and select Connect.
3. On the form, fill in the fields.  
   {#create-mariadb-connection__table_kmx_fw1_2fc__entry__2}

   | Field | Description |
   |-|-|
   | Name and description ||
   | Connection label | Unique name for this connection. This helps in identifying the connection within your system. |
   | Connection name | System-generated name based on the Connection label. This field cannot be modified once the connection is established. |
   | Short description | Description of the connection explaining what it is about. |
   | Connection attributes ||
   | Connection URL | JDBC URL to establish the connection. For example: <kbd class="ph userinput">jdbc:mariadb://&lt;host&gt;:&lt;port&gt;?ssl=true</kbd> |
   | Authentication method ||
   | Username | Username associated with the source. |
   | Password | Password associated with the username. |
   [Table 1. New MariaDB Connection form]

   {#create-mariadb-connection__table_kmx_fw1_2fc}
4. Select Connect.

## Result

A test connection is made to the external data source, verifying that the connection details are correct and the data source is accessible.

## What to do next

If the connection succeeds, configure data steward access on the Access Control tab. See [Manage access to an established connection using roles](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/B9UDxq9J~c6xsGL28cLKuQ "Manage which data stewards can access an established connection and create data fabric tables.").

If the connection fails, verify the connection details with your data source administrator and try again.

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