> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.myquery.ai/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Onboarding > Get started connecting your database on MyQuery in seconds ## Welcome to MyQuery Follow the steps below to connect your database. ### Step 1: Define your schema name Enter the schema (or list of schemas) you want MyQuery to index.\ MyQuery reads metadata (tables, columns) to build the semantic layer; data is accessed only when you run a query. ### Step 2: Choose your database type > MyQuery supports connecting to and managing data from **multiple database types**, including: ### Step 3: Connect your database Provide the required connection details: * **Host** and **Port**\ Defaults: Oracle `1521`, Postgres `5432`, SQL Server `1433`, MySQL `3306`, MongoDB `27017`. * **Database / Service / SID** (engine-specific) * **Username / Password** with **read-only** privileges (least-privilege recommended) * **SSL/TLS** (and wallet/cert files if your environment requires them) **Engine notes** * **Oracle:** Use Service Name or SID. Wallet/mTLS if applicable. * **Postgres:** Database name required; SSL recommended on public networks. * **SQL Server:** Specify encryption settings as required by your server policy. * **MySQL:** Provide DB name; enable TLS if enforced. * **MongoDB:** Use standard or SRV URI format. **Firewall allowlist** Add this IP to your database allowlist to ensure connectivity: `62.171.190.236` ### Step 4: Save Connection Click **Save** to test the connection and start schema sync.\ Upon success, you can begin querying and building dashboards.