phpMyAdmin is a web-based tool that allows you to view and manage MySQL databases through a browser.
It is included with your Web Hosting or Site Hosting package and is accessible from cPanel.

phpMyAdmin does not create databases by itself.
It is used to manage databases that already exist.

What phpMyAdmin Is Used For #

phpMyAdmin allows you to:

• View database tables
• View and edit stored data
• Import database backups
• Export databases
• Run SQL queries
• Repair or optimize tables

Most users only need phpMyAdmin for viewing data or importing backups.

Where to Find phpMyAdmin #

1. Log in to cPanel
2. Go to the Databases section
3. Click phpMyAdmin

phpMyAdmin will open in a new browser tab.

Understanding the Interface #

The phpMyAdmin interface consists of:

• A list of databases on the left side
• Tables inside each database
• Tabs such as Browse, Structure, SQL, Import and Export

You can only see databases that your cPanel user has permission to access.

Viewing Database Tables #

To view data:

1. Select a database from the left menu
2. Click a table name
3. Choose Browse

You will see rows and columns containing stored data.

Be careful when editing data manually.
Changes are applied immediately and cannot be undone.

Importing a Database Backup #

Importing is commonly used when:

• Restoring a website backup
• Migrating a website
• Replacing a broken database

Steps:

1. Select the correct database
2. Click Import
3. Choose the database file, usually a .sql file
4. Click Go

Large databases may take several minutes to import.

Exporting a Database #

Exporting creates a backup of your database.

Steps:

1. Select the database
2. Click Export
3. Choose Quick for most cases
4. Click Go

The database will be downloaded to your computer.

Safety and Responsibility #

Using phpMyAdmin incorrectly can break your website.

You are responsible for:

• Making backups before changes
• Not deleting tables unless you understand the impact
• Not running unknown SQL queries

ProRedLine does not automatically restore databases modified via phpMyAdmin.

Common Use Cases #

Typical reasons to use phpMyAdmin:

• Checking if data exists
• Restoring a backup
• Verifying database content
• Troubleshooting website errors

If you do not know what a specific option does, do not use it.

Common Problems #

• Import fails due to file size limits
• Wrong database selected
• Database user has insufficient permissions
• Accidental deletion of tables

Most issues are caused by human error rather than server problems.