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Creating a MySQL Database

What this is

Databases store the dynamic content behind your website — things like blog posts, user accounts, product listings, and form submissions. Most CMS platforms (WordPress, Joomla, etc.) require at least one database.

Before you start

You need to create a database user first before creating the database. See Creating a database user.

How to create a database

1. Go to Websites → click your website → Databases tab.
2. Click Add database.
3. Enter a database name.
4. Select one or more users and assign their privileges (either "All database privileges" or specific permissions).
5. Click Add.

Good to know

• Database sizes are shown in the listing so you can track how much space each one uses.
• If you need PostgreSQL instead of MySQL, contact representative@trustedge.gt to check availability.
• The connection details you'll need for your application (host, port, username, password) are shown on the database management page.

Related articles

• Creating a database user
• Using phpMyAdmin
• Importing and exporting databases