Disable the MySQL Service
Updated on: May 08, 2026
Issue
You need to disable the MySQL service.
Multi-User Land F/X with Local Data (MySQL) is officially deprecated.
We've officially deprecated Local Data (MySQL) installs as of May 2026. For optimal Land F/X performance, we recommend switching to Cloud Data.
Solution
Open your Control Panel. On the top right, change the View By dropdown menu to Small Icons:
Click Administrative Tools:
Click Services:
Scroll down through this list, and double-click on MySQL:
Now select Disabled from the pull-down menu and click Stop:
Have you moved your LandFX folder to a shared online location using a service such as Dropbox?
If so, you'll need to rename your folder. Navigate to the root of your C: drive in Windows File Explorer, and rename the LandFX folder to Landfxold.
That's it! Your old Single-User installation is now turned off and won't cause any conflicts.