What database should I use with PrestaShop — MySQL or MariaDB?
Both work well. PrestaShop officially supports MySQL 5.7+ and MariaDB 10.x+. MariaDB is often slightly faster for read-heavy workloads (which e-commerce stores tend to be). Most hosting providers offer one or the other. If you have a choice, MariaDB 10.11 LTS is a solid option. The performance difference is minimal for most stores — focus on proper indexing and query optimisation rather than the database engine choice.
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