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How do I restore a MySQL database from an sql dump?

There are several ways to restore a MySQL database from an SQL dump. This article outlines the most common methods.

Restoring a MySQL Database from an SQL Dump: A Comprehensive Guide

There are several ways to restore a MySQL database from an SQL dump. Choose the method that best suits your technical skills and access to server tools.

1. Restoring MySQL Database via Command Line

The command line is a powerful way to restore your database. Here's how to do it:

If your MySQL user has a password, use this command:

mysql -h localhost -u [MySQL user, e.g. root] -p[database password] [name of the database] < [name of your sql dump, e.g. sqldump.sql]

Please note: there’s no space between -p and the password!

If there's no password:

mysql -h localhost -u [MySQL user, e.g. root] [name of the database] < [name of your sql dump, e.g. sqldump.sql]

2. Restoring MySQL Database using phpMyAdmin

phpMyAdmin provides a graphical interface for database management. Follow these steps to restore your database:

1. To restore a database, click the SQL tab.

2. On the SQL page, uncheck the Show this query here again option.

3. Browse to your backup of the database.

4. Click Go.

3. Restoring MySQL Database Through cPanel

cPanel offers a user-friendly interface for managing your hosting account, including database restoration:

1. Log in to your cPanel.

2. Under the Files section, click on Backups.

3. Under Restore a MySQL Database, click on Choose File. Next, navigate in the file browser to your database backup you'd like to restore, click on it, then click on Open.

4. You should now see your database backup that you've selected, go ahead and click Upload.

5. Finally, you'll see the full backup that got restored.

4. Restoring MySQL Database with Sypex Dumper

Sypex Dumper is a free tool specifically designed for backing up and restoring MySQL databases.

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If you have any questions concerning MySQL database restoring, feel free to contact our Support Team.

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