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Where can I find the necessary information to connect to MySQL database?



To make a connection to MySQL you need the following information from Control Panel:
MySQL Host Name:
User Name:
Password:
Database Name:

You can find the above information as follows:

1. Log in to the 1&1 Control Panel at: https://admin.1and1.com

If you have only one package, you will land on the Administration page.
If you have more than one package, select the relevant package to reach
its Administration page.


2. Select MySQL Administration from the Web Space & Access section.
MySQL Administration

3. If you haven't set up any databases click on the New Database button.
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4. Enter a description and a password for your new database. Repeat your password to confirm it was entered correctly. Click on Set Up.
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5. A confirmation is displayed. The database will be ready in 5 minutes.
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6. The complete information is displayed.
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