How to Access and Use phpMyAdmin in cPanel

Introduction

phpMyAdmin is a web-based tool provided in cPanel that allows you to manage MySQL databases without needing to run SQL commands manually. Whether you want to create tables, run queries, or import/export databases, phpMyAdmin offers a user-friendly interface to do it all.

How to Access phpMyAdmin

1. Log in to your cPanel account

2. Scroll down to the Databases section

3. Click on phpMyAdmin

4. It will open in a new tab and automatically log you in

You’ll now see a list of all your databases on the left sidebar.

What You Can Do in phpMyAdmin

1. View and Edit Tables

• Click a database name, then choose a table to browse or edit its data.

2. Run SQL Queries

• Use the SQL tab to execute custom MySQL queries directly.

3. Import a Database

• Go to the Import tab

• Choose a .sql file from your computer

• Click Go to upload and execute the file

4. Export a Database

• Go to the Export tab

• Choose Quick or Custom export method

• Click Go to download your database as a .sql file

5. Create New Tables

• Click on a database

• Scroll down to “Create Table” section

• Enter table name, number of columns, and configure fields

6. Drop/Delete a Database or Table

• Be cautious — dropping a table or database is permanent

• Use the Operations tab or click the Drop option next to a table or database

Tips for Using phpMyAdmin

• Always backup your database before making major changes

• Use search to quickly find records

• Use structure view to understand how tables are organized

• Avoid using Drop unless you're sure of the consequences

• Run repair or optimize commands under the Operations tab for maintenance

Conclusion

phpMyAdmin is one of the most powerful tools available in cPanel for managing MySQL databases. It’s beginner-friendly, yet packed with advanced features for developers and admins. Whether you’re maintaining a blog or running an eCommerce site, knowing your way around phpMyAdmin