How to import/export a database and fix 'Access denied create database' error

Moving data in and out of Hostaday hosting is done via the Import/Export tabs in phpMyAdmin .

  • Export: Select your database, click Export, and choose the SQL format to download a backup.
  • Import: Select a pre-created empty database and upload your SQL file.
  • Error 'Access denied create database': This occurs if you try to create a new database inside phpMyAdmin on a shared server .
  • The Fix: You must first create the database name in cPanel under "MySQL Databases". Once created, you can then import the tables into it via phpMyAdmin .
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