Is PlanetScale Safe?
PlanetScale is safe with enterprise-grade MySQL security. SOC 2 compliance, encryption, and Vitess technology provide robust protection. Application security and credential management are your responsibility.
Vitess-Powered Security
PlanetScale uses Vitess (YouTube's MySQL scaling solution) which provides built-in query protection against runaway queries and connection storms. The branching model enables safe schema changes without affecting production.
Security Considerations
Connection Credentials
Store connection strings securely in environment variables. Use different credentials for development branches.
Branch Access
Configure branch access controls. Development branches should not have production access.
Query Security
Use parameterized queries to prevent SQL injection. Vitess helps but doesn't replace proper query construction.
IP Restrictions
Configure IP access controls for production databases. Restrict access to known application servers.
Security Assessment
Strengths
- + MySQL-compatible with Vitess sharding
- + SOC 2 Type II compliance
- + Automatic encryption at rest
- + TLS encryption for all connections
- + Branching for safe schema changes
- + IP access control available
Concerns
- - Application-level security is your responsibility
- - Connection credentials need secure storage
- - Branching access controls need configuration
- - Query performance affects security (DoS risk)
The Verdict
PlanetScale is a safe database platform with excellent infrastructure security. Vitess technology and the branching model provide unique safety features. Focus on credential management, branch access controls, and application-level security including parameterized queries.
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