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# How do I create a database username in cPanel?

# Here are the steps to create a database username:

1. [Log into your cPanel interface](https://help.ex2.com/en/article/how-to-log-in-to-my-cpanel-account-xyoqm0/?bust=1676305236426) "https://www.domainname.com:2083" or by going through your client area.

2. In the [Databases](https://help.ex2.com/en/article/what-is-a-database-1re36hx/?bust=1784817086124) section of [cPanel](https://help.ex2.com/en/article/what-is-cpanel-vq3toz/?bust=1784206091492), click on [MySQL](https://help.ex2.com/en/article/what-is-mysql-1keq6x7/?bust=1784209103272) Databases Icon.

 ![](https://www.ex2.com/clients/img/mysql-databases-icon.gif)

3. Under MySQL Users in the Username field, enter the new username you wish to create.

4. Enter your new password or use a password generator.

5. Click on the Create a User Button.

![](https://www.ex2.com/clients/img/createdb-user.gif)

Tip: Write down the Database Username and Password on a notepad so that when you need them, you can easily recall them while installing a script manually.