Welcome to the Cloud SQL instance creation guide. Below, you will find detailed steps to create a new Cloud SQL instance in our platform. For more information on Cloud SQL, you can visit our Cloud SQL Overview.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, make sure you have the following:

  • A Google Cloud account.
  • The Cloud SQL API enabled for your project.
  • The Cloud SQL Admin role assigned to your user.

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Navigate to the Cloud SQL Console:

  2. Create a New Instance:

    • Click on the "Create instance" button.
    • Fill in the required details such as instance ID, database version, and machine type.
    • Choose the appropriate location for your instance.

  3. Configure Settings:

    • Set the root password for your instance.
    • Configure the IP addresses that can connect to your instance.
    • Optionally, set up a user and assign permissions.

  4. Review and Create:

    • Review all the settings.
    • Click "Create" to create your Cloud SQL instance.

  5. Access Your Instance:

    • Once the instance is created, you can connect to it using your preferred database client.

Tips

  • Backup and Restore: Regularly back up your data to prevent data loss.
  • Monitoring: Use Cloud Monitoring to keep an eye on your instance's performance.

Cloud SQL Instance

For more detailed information on managing your Cloud SQL instances, check out our Cloud SQL Documentation.

If you encounter any issues during the process, feel free to reach out to our support team.