Overview: How to Change a Database Password in DirectAdmin
This guide explains How to Change a Database Password in DirectAdmin step‑by‑step and why it matters for security, uptime, and performance. It’s written for small and medium businesses that rely on Blackhawk MSP for proactive, managed IT support in the Bay Area and beyond.
- ✅ Clear, actionable steps
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This tutorial shows you how to change the password for a database in DirectAdmin. Just follow the steps below to update it.
1. Log in to your DirectAdmin Account.
2. In the Account Manager section, click on Databases. Alternatively, type Databases in the search bar, and the option will appear. Click on it.
3. Click on Manage Users. You will find it on the right side.
4. From the list of User Accounts, click on Manage next to it.
5. Under Password Management, enter your password or click on the generate password icon. Then click on Change Password.
Please, copy your database password in a safe place.
The database password has been successfully changed in DirectAdmin.
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