---
title: How to change the password of a MySQL database
description: This page explains how to change the password of a MySQL database
tags: webhosting password mysql database
dates:
  validation: 2025-06-02
  posted: 2021-08-05
---
import Requirements from '@macros/iam/requirements.mdx'
import WebhostingOnline from '@macros/webhosting/webhosting-online.mdx'


<WebhostingOnline />

<Requirements />

- A Dedibox account logged into the [console](https://console.online.net)
- Created a **Webhosting Classic** plan
- [Created](/classic-hosting/how-to/create-mysql-database/) a MySQL database

1. From your Dedibox console, click **Hosting**. A list of your webhosting accounts displays.
2. Click **Manage** next to the hosting you want to configure. The webhosting overview page displays.
3. Click **MySQL databases** in the side menu. The list of your databases displays.
4. Click the **cogwheel** > **Update password**. A pop-up displays.
5. Enter the new password for your MySQL database and its confirmation. Then click **Edit password**.

    The status of your database has changed to **Waiting for update**. Your password will be updated within one hour.