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# What are my database host and port details?

The standard connection details for all MySQL/MariaDB databases on our cPanel servers are:

**Host:** `localhost`
**Port:** `3306`
### Connecting remotely?

If you want to connect to your database from an external application (like MySQL Workbench), you must:

1. Log in to **cPanel**
2. Go to **Remote MySQL**
3. Add your IP address to the **Access Hosts** list

Once added, the host to connect to would be your domain name, server IP address, or server hostname.

### Where do I manage my databases?

You can manage your databases in **cPanel > Databases**:

* Use **MySQL® Databases** to create or manage databases and users. For more information please see [this article.](/en/article/how-can-i-create-a-mysql-database-1a8tra2/)
* Use **phpMyAdmin** to view or edit database content

If you need help, reach out to our [support team](https://my.elitehost.co.za/submitticket.php?step=2&deptid=14) or email [helpdesk@elitehost.co.za](mailto:helpdesk@elitehost.co.za).