Before you can begin using MySQL with your plan, you will need to set up a database for your account. If you install a tool that requires a MySQL database, such as an advanced add-on, your database will be set up automatically. To set up your own MySQL database:

1. On the Create & Update or Index tabs of your Web Hosting Control Panel, click the "MySQL Database" link.

   
   Create & Update Tab: MySQL Database Link

2. Select the "Create User Name and Password Now" link.

   
   MySQL Create Username and Password Link

3. Before you set up your MySQL database, you must read and agree to the software license. Click the I Agree to These Terms button.

   
   MySQL Agree to Terms Button

4. Enter a database administrator user name and password. (Choose a user name carefully, as you will not be able to change it later. Be sure to make a note of your user name and password; you'll need this information when you set up a tool that uses your database.) Then, click the Submit button.

   
   MySQL Create Database Administrator Page

Your database, called mysql, will be created automatically. Please do not modify or delete this database, which you will use to administrate your MySQL database environment. Once you have set up your database, we recommend that you install phpMyAdmin, a powerful database management tool. Learn how to install phpMyAdmin.

To learn more about MySQL, please visit the MySQL web site or browse books about MySQL.