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Databases

Some plugins and mods require a MySQL database to store data. The game panel makes it easy to create and manage databases.

Accessing Databases

  1. Select your server from the dashboard
  2. Click Databases in the left sidebar

Creating a Database

  1. Click New Database
  2. Enter a database name
  3. Set the Connections From field:
    • % for connections from anywhere
    • localhost for local connections only
  4. Click Create Database

Database Credentials

After creation, you’ll see:
FieldDescription
DatabaseThe database name
UsernameLogin username
PasswordClick to reveal
HostDatabase server address
PortConnection port (usually 3306)

Connecting to Your Database

From Plugins/Mods

Use the provided credentials in your plugin configuration:
# Example MySQL configuration
mysql:
  host: "database-host.vexiumhosting.com"
  port: 3306
  database: "s123_mydb"
  username: "u123_dbuser"
  password: "your-password-here"

External Management Tools

You can connect with tools like:
  • phpMyAdmin (web-based)
  • MySQL Workbench (desktop)
  • HeidiSQL (Windows)
  • DBeaver (cross-platform)
Some tools may require the Connections From to be set to % to allow external access.

Managing Databases

Viewing Database Size

Database storage usage is shown in the panel.

Rotating Password

  1. Click on the database
  2. Click Rotate Password
  3. Update your plugin configurations with the new password

Deleting a Database

  1. Click the delete icon next to the database
  2. Confirm deletion
Deleting a database is permanent! All data will be lost.

Common Use Cases

Databases are commonly used by:
  • Economy plugins (EssentialsX, Vault)
  • Permissions plugins (LuckPerms)
  • Chat plugins
  • Analytics and statistics plugins
  • Web integrations (Dynmap, forums)

Database Limits

Your server plan includes a certain number of databases. Check your plan details for limits.

Troubleshooting

Connection Refused

  • Verify host and port are correct
  • Check Connections From setting
  • Ensure database server is online

Access Denied

  • Verify username and password
  • Check database name is correct
  • Ensure user has proper permissions

Database Not Found

  • Confirm database name matches exactly
  • Database may have been deleted

Next Steps