How to create a database

Before you start

To complete the actions presented below, you must have:

• A Scaleway account logged into the console
• Owner status or IAM permissions allowing you to perform actions in the intended Organization
• A PostgreSQL or MySQL Database Instance

1. Click PostgreSQL and MySQL under Managed Databases on the side menu. A list of your Database Instances displays.
2. Click the Database Instance name or «See more Icon» > More info to access the Database Instance information page.
3. Go to the Databases tab. A list of your databases displays. The list includes the database created by default upon Database Instance creation.
4. Click + Create database to create a new one. A pop-up appears.
5. Enter a name for your database.
6. Click Create database to confirm.

The new database appears in the list of your databases.