Google Cloud Platform (GCP) offers managed MySQL database services under the name “Cloud SQL.” Cloud SQL provides a fully managed, highly available, and scalable MySQL database solution. The pricing for Cloud SQL (MySQL) is based on several factors, including the type of instance, region, storage, and optional add-ons. Here are some key pricing components for Google Cloud SQL (MySQL):

1. Machine Type:

   • Cloud SQL offers different machine types (e.g., standard, high memory, and high CPU) with varying CPU and memory configurations. The pricing depends on the chosen machine type.

2. Region:

   • The region in which you deploy your Cloud SQL instance affects the pricing. Different regions may have different pricing rates, and you are charged based on the region where your instance is located.

3. Storage:

   • The amount of storage you allocate to your MySQL database instance affects the cost. You are billed for both storage capacity (GB/month) and backup storage.

4. Backup and Storage Costs:

   • Cloud SQL provides automated daily backups. The storage cost for these backups is separate from your instance’s storage cost. You can also enable binary log backups, which may incur additional charges.

5. High Availability (HA):

   • If you choose to enable high availability for your MySQL instance, which involves creating a standby replica in a different zone, there are additional charges for the replica instance.

6. Maintenance Window:

   • You can specify a maintenance window during which Google can perform routine maintenance tasks on your Cloud SQL instance. Instances that are part of an HA configuration have their own maintenance costs.

7. Data Transfer Costs:

   • Data transfer costs apply when data is transferred between your Cloud SQL instance and other Google Cloud services or external networks. These costs vary depending on the amount of data transferred.

8. IP Addresses:

   • Cloud SQL instances can have both private and public IP addresses. If you use a public IP address, there may be additional charges.

9. Additional Services and Features:

   • Google Cloud offers various additional services and features that you can enable for your Cloud SQL instance, such as automated backups, automated failover, database flags, and database flags for replication. These may have associated costs.

10. Licensing:

    • Depending on your specific use case and licensing requirements, you may need to consider licensing costs for MySQL if you are using a MySQL Enterprise Edition.