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How to create a MySQL database on cPanel

Sometimes, more advanced websites require a database to function properly. Databases are places for applications to store data. It's in the name!

Anyways, Let’s learn how to create a MySQL database on cPanel.

How to create a MySQL database on cPanel



Login to the cPanel dashboard. You are able to log in using the button on the web hosting package.



Once logged in, Head down over to the “Databases” category and select “MySQL Databases”.



Here you are able to create new databases, and users and modify existing databases and users.



Under the “Create New Database” section, fill out the input box. This is where you will name your database. Your overall database name will be <username>_<database name>. For example, sparked3_website



Click “Create Database”. The database should now be created!


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Created By: Greg K.

Updated on: 22/12/2022

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