Create the database and user
- Log in to cPanel and open Manage My Databases.
- Under Create New Database, enter a name and click Create Database.
- Under Add New User, create a username and a strong password.
- Under Add User To Database, choose the user and database, click Add, tick ALL PRIVILEGES and click Make Changes.
Connection details for your app
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Host | localhost |
| Database name | The full name, including your cPanel username prefix |
| Username | The full username, including the prefix |
| Password | The password you set |
Managing data
Open phpMyAdmin in cPanel to browse tables, run queries, and import or export a database.
WordPress and Softaculous create their own database when you install, so you don't need to do this for them.
Still stuck? Open a support ticket, email help@webcafe.co.za or call +27 87 654 8810.
