MySQL_Narb Posted June 25, 2013 Share Posted June 25, 2013 Whenever I create my scripts, it's easy enough to just put in "localhost."; however, how do I obtain the actual host name of the MySQL database for third-party connections? Link to comment https://forums.phpfreaks.com/topic/279532-how-can-i-get-the-mysql-host/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
neverforget98 Posted June 25, 2013 Share Posted June 25, 2013 It should usually be the server address. For example "server.domain.com" I don't believe you need to put a port unless it isn't the default port. Link to comment https://forums.phpfreaks.com/topic/279532-how-can-i-get-the-mysql-host/#findComment-1437729 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mac_gyver Posted June 25, 2013 Share Posted June 25, 2013 the database management tool your web host provides for you to create database users/passwords/databases should list your database hostname somewhere on the page or your host may have a FAQ section that lists the information. Link to comment https://forums.phpfreaks.com/topic/279532-how-can-i-get-the-mysql-host/#findComment-1437763 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irate Posted June 25, 2013 Share Posted June 25, 2013 The hosting site I use provides a cPanel with MySQL administration and upon entering phpMyAdmin and/or MySQL for the first time, you're prompted to enter a username wherein a new message appears with the account details. It is even strictly prohibited to use localhost on the site (admittedly, it's a free site so I don't expect much, but it's working fine). Link to comment https://forums.phpfreaks.com/topic/279532-how-can-i-get-the-mysql-host/#findComment-1437777 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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