---
title: "How to import and export MySQL databases in SiteWorx"
source: "https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/interworx/siteworx/database-management/how-to-import-and-export-mysql-databases-in-siteworx/"
description: "Learn how clients on physical (non-cloud) servers can import and export MySQL databases with the phpMyAdmin control panel in SiteWorx."
vertical: "Hosting"
date: "2019-09-10"
last_modified: "2026-07-02"
---

# How to import and export MySQL databases in SiteWorx

## Exporting tables

If you are a Liquid Web Managed Applications client on a physical (non-Cloud) server, you can export MySQL databases using phpMyAdmin from your SiteWorx account with the below method.

**ATTENTION:** If you are a Nexcess Cloud client, instead see [How to import and export MySQL databases in Nexcess Cloud](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/control-panel/interworx/siteworx/database-management/import-or-export-mariadb-mysql-databases/).

1. Log in to your SiteWorx account.
    
    
    - If you do not know your password, click **Forgot your password** on the login page.
    - If you do not know the web address for your SiteWorx login page, either [refer to your Welcome Email](https://docs.nexcess.net/article/how-to-retrieve-your-welcome-email-from-the-client-portal.html) or [contact our 24-hour support team for assistance](mailto:support@nexcess.net).
2. On the left, select **Hosting Features > MySQL > PhpMyAdmin**
    
      
    ![](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/1568151588049-1568151588049.png)
3. Select the correct database from the list on the left.![](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/1568151604581-1568151604581.png)
4. Select the check box corresponding to the desired table from the Table List, or click **Check All**.![](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/1568151619440-1568151619440.png)
5. From the **With selected** list, click **Export**.  
    ![](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/1568151635132-1568151635132.png)
6. Under **Export Method,** leave the **Quick** radio button selected.
7. Under the **Format** list, select your desired format.
8. Click **Go,** choose a location, and click **Save.**

## Importing tables

You can import MySQL databases using phpMyAdmin from your SiteWorx account with the following procedure:

1. Log in to your SiteWorx account.
    
    
    - If you do not know your password, click **Forgot your password** on the login page.
    - If you do not know the web address for your SiteWorx login page, either refer to your Welcome Email or [contact our 24-hour support team for assistance](mailto:support@nexcess.net).
2. On the left, select **Hosting Features > MySQL > PhpMyAdmin**.
    
      
    ![](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/1568151668186-1568151668186.png)
3. Select the correct database from the list on the left.![](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/1568151684360-1568151684360.png)
4. Click **Import.**
    
      
    ![](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/1568151697481-1568151697481.png)
5. Under **File** to **Import,** click **Choose File** and select the file to be imported. Click **Go** when ready.![](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/1568151712830-1568151712830.png)