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# How to rename a database in cPanel?

# Here are the steps to change the name of your database:

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 Current Databases, You can see a list of all your databases. Locate the Database and then click on Rename Icon.

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

4. Change the database name and then click on the Proceed button.

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