Changing a database user's password

Written on December 25, 2022 by Doteasy Admin

Updated on April 30, 2024

Managing MySQL Databases and Users in cPanel

Changing a database user's password

To change a MySQL user's password:

Click MySQL Databases under Databases in cPanel.

Doteasy cPanel MySQL database

Under Current Users, locate the user for which you want to change the password, and then click Change Password.

Doteasy cPanel database user change password

In the Password and Password (Again) text boxes, enter the new password.
When ready, click Change Password.

Doteasy cPanel MySQL database user change password

The new password take effect immediately.

Doteasy cPanel MySQL database user password changed

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