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# DBGate

## Steps

1. Open DBGate and create a new connection.
2. Select **MariaDB** as the database type.
3. Enter the MariaDB Cloud hostname, port, username, and password.
4. Navigate to the **SSL** tab in the Connection window.
5. Check the **Use SSL** option.
6. Click **Connect** to establish the connection.

{% hint style="success" %}
In most cases, simply select **Use SSL**—there's no need to configure extra SSL certificate files.
{% endhint %}

{% hint style="warning" %}
Make sure DBGate is updated to the latest version for best compatibility.
{% endhint %}