How to Modify Rename/Remove a MySQL Database

Modifying, renaming, or removing a MySQL database in cPanel is a simple process. This guide will walk you through the steps to accomplish these tasks with ease. Follow the below steps to rename/remove a MySQL Database

Rename a MySQL Database

Step 1: Login to Cpanel

Step 2: Go to Databases > MySQL Databases

Step 3: Now go to the “Current Databases” section. Choose a database you want to rename and click on “Rename“

Step 4: Now this interface will pop up. Enter the new name of the database and click on “Proceed“

Step 5: In the “Current Databases” section, you can see that the database has been renamed successfully

Delete a MySQL Database

Step 1: Login to Cpanel

Step 2: Go to Databases > MySQL Databases

Step 3: Now go to the “Current Databases” section. Choose a database you want to delete and click on “Delete“

Step 4: Now click on the “Delete Database” button

Step 5: If this message pops up, you have successfully deleted your database

Step 6: Now click on the “Go Back” button and go to the “Current Databases” section. The database should be deleted from this section

Congratulations! You have learned how to rename and delete a MySQL Database in cPanel.