# Database Setup

You need a MySQL or MariaDB database ready for the script.

If using cPanel, go to **MySQL Databases** or the **MySQL Database Wizard** to create a new database and user.

- **Create a new database** (e.g., `myapp_db`).
- **Create a new user** (e.g., `myapp_user`) with a secure password.
- **Assign the user** to the database, ensuring it has *ALL PRIVILEGES* or the privileges required by your script.

Once done, you should have the following info:

- Database Name (e.g., `myapp_db`)
- Database Username (e.g., `myapp_user`)
- Database Password (e.g., `123456`)
- Database Host (often `localhost`)

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For more detailed instructions, see:<br />
• [cPanel - MySQL® Database Wizard](https://docs.cpanel.net/cpanel/databases/mysql-database-wizard/)<br />
• [Plesk - Website databases](https://docs.plesk.com/en-US/obsidian/customer-guide/website-databases.69535/)<br />
• [Command line - Creating and managing databases](https://www.digitalocean.com/community/tutorials/how-to-create-and-manage-databases-in-mysql-and-mariadb-on-a-cloud-server)
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