September 18, 2019

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How To Reset MySQL Database Username And Password

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Here is a guide on how to reset your WordPress MySQL database username and password.

If you forgot the password to your MySQL database user, then you must create a new username with a new password.

With the newly setup username and password, only then you can assign to the MySQL database.

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Do not worry.

This procedure will not erase or change any of the data in your database.

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Let's do it now.

1. Log in to your cPanel.

2. Click on the "MySQL Databases" icon listed under the "DATABASES" section.

reset MySQL database username and password

3. It will open a new page.

4. Scroll down until you see "MySQL Users" and "Add New User".

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5. Under "Add New User", type in a username in the space provided.

Note: The username must be 7 letters or shorter.

6. Next type in a password in the "Password" box.

7. Retype the password in the Password (Again) box.

8. Finally click on the "Create User" button.

9. That's all.