Adding database users and permissions

Database User Management

Control who can access your databases and what they can do.

Creating Users

1. Go to cPanel → MySQL Databases
2. Under MySQL Users, enter username
3. Generate a strong password
4. Click Create User

Assigning Permissions

1. Under "Add User To Database"
2. Select user and database
3. Click Add
4. Choose privileges
5. Click Make Changes

Permission Types

Best Practices

• Use a unique user per application
• Grant only necessary permissions
• Use strong, unique passwords
• Never share database credentials