---
title: "How to Delete a MySQL Database in cPanel"
source: "https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/control-panel/whm/cpanel/database-management/how-to-delete-a-mysql-database-in-cpanel/"
description: "Whether getting rid of an unneeded database or a corrupted one, this tutorial walks through how to delete a MySQL database in cPanel."
vertical: "Hosting"
date: "2016-05-08"
last_modified: "2026-07-02"
---

# How to Delete a MySQL Database in cPanel

Continuing with the MySQL series in cPanel, this article focuses on how to delete a MySQL database in cPanel. While web developers use databases to manage large datasets for websites and applications, it sometimes becomes necessary to delete a no longer in-use database.

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## Requirements

- Server with cPanel installed.
- Login credentials for cPanel with appropriate permissions.

## How to Delete a MySQL Database in cPanel

1\. [Log in to cPanel](https://www.liquidweb.com/kb/how-to-log-in-to-cpanel/).

![](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/image02-cPanel-username-and-password-min-19.png)2\. In the Databases section, click the **MySQL Databases** icon.

![](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/image02-MySQL-Databases-min-1-1024x516-3.png)3\. Under Current Databases, click **Delete** next to the appropriate database.

![](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/image03-Delete-Current-Database-min-1024x258-1.png)4\. Click **Delete Database** to confirm the permanent deletion of the database.

![](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/image04-Confirm-Database-Deletion-min.png)5\. A message displays affirming the deletion of the MySQL database.

![](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/image05-Database-Deletion-Affirmation-min.png)## Wrapping Up

Now you are able to delete a MySQL database in cPanel. Liquid Web customers utilizing cPanel servers enjoy 24/7/365 support for the steps in this tutorial and other cPanel functions, allowing you to focus on your websites and applications.

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