How to Create a MySQL Database & User in cPanel
Most applications (WordPress, custom PHP apps, etc.) need a MySQL database. Here's how to create one and give a user access to it.
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Open MySQL Database Wizard
In cPanel, click MySQL Database Wizard under "Databases" — it walks you through every step.
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Create the database
Type a short database name and click Next Step. cPanel adds your account prefix automatically.
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Create a database user
Enter a username and a strong password (use our Password Generator), then click Create User.
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Grant privileges
On the privileges screen, tick ALL PRIVILEGES and click Next.
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Save your details
Note the full database name, username and password — your application asks for these during setup.
Tip: The database host is almost always
localhost for apps running on the same VedHost account.
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