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How to Change the Root MYSQL Password For WHM

Tags: WHM,  MySQL 

In some cases, you may need to change your root MySQL password. This can be done via SSH, or you can do this quite easily through WHM. Let's take a look at the steps required to change the root MySQL password through WHM in this guide. Please note that you'll need to be logged in to WHM before proceeding.

Step 1:  Search for the word root in the WHM search bar

Step 2:  Select MySQL Root Password under the SQL Services section

Step 3: Enter your desired password.

Step 4: Re-enter the password to confirm

Step 5: Click Change Password

Your root MySQL password should now be updated and ready to use.

Written by Michael Brower  /  June 23, 2017