How to Create a MySQL Database User in cPanel

The process of how to create a MySQL database user in cPanel is important for those operating their environments with multiple users. When setting up a new database, a single user gets created. This tutorial walks you through creating a new MySQL database user in cPanel.

Requirements

• A server with cPanel.
• cPanel login credentials.
• Log into cPanel.
• A previously created MySQL database.

How to Create a MySQL Database User in cPanel

1. Log into cPanel.

2. Click the MySQL Databases icon.

3. Under Add New User, enter a username and password for the new user and click Create User.

4. A confirmation message displays once the new database user is created.

Wrapping Up

Following the steps on how to create a MySQL database user in cPanel helps you quickly create a user for your databases. Those with multiple users accessing databases can create as many users as necessary to assign to them.

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Check out the next article in our MySQL tutorial series on How To Assign a User to a MySQL Database in cPanel.