How to Create a MySQL Database in cPanel
MySQL is one of the most widely used open-source relational database management systems in the world. Many website scripts and applications rely on a MySQL database to function properly.
While tools like WordPress automatically generate a database during installation, there are situations where you’ll need to manually create one yourself. This guide walks you through how to do that inside your Vivint Host cPanel account.
1. Log in to Your Vivint Host Account
Begin by logging into your Vivint Host client area.
2. Open cPanel
Once logged in, navigate to your hosting services and click to access cPanel for the domain you’re working with.
3. Go to the MySQL® Databases Section
Inside cPanel, scroll down to the Databases section and select MySQL® Databases.
4. Create a New Database
In the Create New Database field, enter a name for your new database.
Note: Your cPanel username will automatically be added as a prefix to the database name.
For example, if you enter example1 as the database name, and your cPanel username is vivint, your full database name will be vivint_example1.
Click Create Database to proceed.
5. Click “Go Back”
After the database is created, a confirmation message will appear. Click the Go Back link to return to the previous page.
6. Your Database Is Ready
Your MySQL database is now created. The next step is to add a database user and assign appropriate privileges so your scripts or applications can access it.