How to create a database for WordPress - Knowledgebase

Sure, here are the steps on how to create a database and link WordPress in cPanel:

1. Log in to your cPanel account.
2. Click on the "Databases" icon.
3. In the "Create a Database" section, enter a name for your database and click on the "Create Database" button.
4. In the "Create a User" section, enter a username and password for your database and click on the "Create User" button.
5. In the "Grant Privileges" section, select the "All privileges" checkbox and click on the "Go" button.
6. Download the WordPress installation files to your computer.
7. Upload the WordPress files to your web hosting account using the cPanel File Manager.
8. Open the wp-config-php file in a text editor.
9. In the wp-config-php file, find the lines that start with define('DB_NAME', '') and define('DB_USER', '').
10. Replace the empty strings with the name of your database, the username you created in step 4, and the password you created in step 4.
11. Save the wp-config-php file.
12. Go to your domain name in your web browser.
13. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the WordPress installation.

Once you have completed these steps, you will have successfully created a database and linked WordPress in cPanel. You can now start using WordPress to create your website.

Here are some additional tips for creating a database and linking WordPress in cPanel:

• Make sure that you choose a strong password for your database.
• Do not use the same username and password for your database as you use for your cPanel account.
• Back up your database regularly.
• Keep your database up to date with the latest security patches.

By following these tips, you can help to keep your database secure and protect your website from unauthorized access.