Own data should stored in WP DB or mysql?

  • I’m building a website relates to environment. I’ve got some environment monitoring data, which would be updated approximately once per month. Should I store these in WordPress DB or mysql?

    Thank you.

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  • I don’t think there’s a right or wrong answer for all situations. If there’s any chance you will want to use the data outside of the WordPress environment e.g. to share with others then use a separate DB.

    If the data needs to maintain integrity with WordPress data e.g. IDs in different tables, use the WordPress DB. Also, if you want to use WP’s built-in database handling functions then the data should be part of the WP DB.

    If simplicity and ease is your primary goal, I would add the data to the WP database.

    Thread Starter OliviaL

    (@olivial)

    Thank you for your prompt reply and detailed explanation. It’s really helpful.

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