How can I upload my MySQL database?

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  • Restore your database via phpMyAdmin
  • Upload your database via phpMyAdmin

How can I upload or restore my MySQL database?

There are numerous ways to upload a MySQL database, a simple method is to use a tool like phpMyAdmin.

You’ll need to have a previously setup database to upload of restore to. You can see how to do that here.

  1. Login to your hosting control panel e.g. cPanel
  2. Scroll down to the “Databases” section
  3. Click “phpMyAdmin“, you’ll be redirected to the phpMyAdmin page
  4. Click “Import” > “Choose File” and select your database file
  5. Click “Go” and importing will begin.

Extremely large databases may not import or restore correctly, contact support for recommendations and assistance.

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