Changing a database user's password

Written on December 25, 2022 by Doteasy Admin

Updated on December 23, 2025

Managing MariaDB Databases and Users in cPanel

Changing a database user's password

To change a MySQL user's password:

Click Manage My Databases under Databases in cPanel.

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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