Question: How do I access phpMyAdmin? Print

Answer : 

phpMyAdmin is a web-based tool that allows you to manage your MySQL databases. You can use it to view tables, edit rows, run SQL queries, import/export data, and manage database users.

GHFS Hosting provides easy access to phpMyAdmin directly from the Plesk control panel.

1. Access phpMyAdmin From Plesk (Recommended)

Steps:

1. Log in to your Plesk panel

2. Go to Websites & Domains

3. Click Databases

4. Select the database you want to manage

5. Click phpMyAdmin

This will open phpMyAdmin in a new browser tab, already logged in with your database credentials.

2. Access phpMyAdmin From the Databases Overview

You can also access phpMyAdmin from the global database list.

Steps:

1. From the sidebar, click Databases

2. Find your database in the list

3. Click phpMyAdmin next to it

3. Do I Need a Username and Password?

No, not when using phpMyAdmin through Plesk.

Plesk automatically logs you in using the database user assigned to your MySQL database.

However, you do need the database username and password when:

• Connecting remotely via MySQL client

• Import/export operations outside of Plesk

• Using scripts or applications (like WordPress, Laravel, etc.)

You can find or reset your database password in:

Plesk → Databases → User Management

4. Troubleshooting phpMyAdmin Login Issues

Problem: phpMyAdmin opens but shows an error

Possible causes:

• Database was deleted

• Database user was removed

• Incorrect permissions

Problem: You see a “403 Forbidden”

Solution:

• Clear browser cache

• Try another browser

• Ensure you are logged in through Plesk

Problem: phpMyAdmin does not load completely

Solution:

• Disable browser extensions blocking scripts

• Refresh using Ctrl + F5

• Ensure no firewall or security plugin blocks access

5. Accessing phpMyAdmin for WordPress Sites

Your WordPress database can be found easily:

1. Go to Websites & Domains

2. Open WordPress Toolkit

3. Select your site

4. Under “Database,” click phpMyAdmin

This takes you directly to the correct database.

6. When to Contact GHFS Hosting Support

Contact support if:

• You cannot see phpMyAdmin in Plesk

• Database login fails repeatedly

• Your database is corrupted

• You need help restoring a backup

• You are unsure which database belongs to your website

Support can help diagnose and resolve database-related issues.