How to Use phpPgAdmin in cPanel

Introduction

phpPgAdmin is a web-based interface in cPanel that allows you to manage your PostgreSQL databases easily. Similar to phpMyAdmin for MySQL, phpPgAdmin provides a visual interface for working with PostgreSQL—allowing you to create tables, run queries, import/export data, and manage users without needing command-line knowledge.

This guide explains how to access and use phpPgAdmin through cPanel.

Accessing phpPgAdmin in cPanel

1. Log in to your cPanel account

2. Scroll down to the Databases section

3. Click on phpPgAdmin

4. The tool will open in a new browser tab

5. Select your database from the left-hand sidebar

You’ll now have access to all your database tables and settings.

What You Can Do with phpPgAdmin

???? Browse Tables and Records

• Click on a database, then a table

• View rows, fields, indexes, and keys

• Edit or delete individual records

✏️ Create New Tables

• Select your database

• Click Create table

• Enter table name, number of fields, and field details (name, type, length, etc.)

???? Run SQL Queries

• Click the SQL tab

• Enter your custom SQL command

• Click Execute to run it and view results

⬆️ Import Data into a Table

1. Select your database, then the table

2. Click Import

3. Choose a .sql file from your local system

4. Click Execute to upload and apply the data

Only .sql or properly formatted text files are supported.

⬇️ Export a Database

1. Select your database

2. Click the Export tab

3. Choose the format (SQL, XML, etc.)

4. Click Download

Creating and Managing Users (Optional)

While user creation is usually handled through cPanel > PostgreSQL Databases, you can also view users in phpPgAdmin. However, permission management is more limited here.

To manage user privileges:

• Use cPanel > PostgreSQL Databases to add users and assign privileges

Tips for Using phpPgAdmin

• Always back up your database before making changes

• Use SQL queries for advanced tasks like joining tables or mass updates

• Use descriptive names for tables and fields

• Avoid dropping tables unless you're sure—they can’t be recovered

• For large imports/exports, use command-line tools for better performance

Troubleshooting

Conclusion

phpPgAdmin is a powerful, web-based tool that gives you full control over your PostgreSQL databases within cPanel. It’s perfect for managing data, editing tables, running queries, and performing routine database tasks — all through a clean graphical interface.