????️ Creating and Managing Databases
Databases store the information your website or web app needs to run — like user accounts, posts, or settings. Here’s how to create and manage databases in your Fast Host Nig cPanel.
???? Step 1: Log in to Your cPanel
Go to www.fasthost.com.ng → Client Area → Services → My Hosting Accounts → Login to cPanel.
???? Step 2: Open MySQL® Databases
In your cPanel dashboard, scroll down to the Databases section and click MySQL® Databases.
???? Step 3: Create a New Database
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In the Create New Database field, enter a name for your database (e.g.,
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Click Create Database.
???? Step 4: Create a Database User
Scroll down to MySQL Users and:
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Enter a Username and Password for your new database user.
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Click Create User.
???? Use a strong password for better security.
???? Step 5: Assign User to Database
Under Add User to Database, choose the user and the database you just created.
Click Add, then tick All Privileges, and click Make Changes.
???? Step 6: Connect Your Database to Your Website
During installation (e.g., WordPress setup), use the following details:
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Database Name
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Database Username
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Database Password
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Database Host:
localhost
???? Step 7: Manage Your Database
To view or edit your database:
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Go to cPanel → phpMyAdmin.
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Select your database to manage tables, import/export data, or run SQL commands.
✅ Done!
You’ve successfully created and linked a database in Fast Host Nig.
