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Encountering the “Error Establishing a Database Connection” message can be frustrating, especially when it disrupts your website’s functionality. This error typically indicates that WordPress is unable to communicate with its database. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you to fix Error Establishing a Database Connection through your cPanel account.
The most frequent cause is incorrect login credentials in the wp-config.php file.
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Sometimes, the database itself may be corrupted.
Network or server problems can also prevent the database from responding.
ii. Navigate to the File Manager and locate the wp-config.php file in your WordPress directory.
iii. Verify the database name, username, and password. Ensure they match the credentials in your MySQL Databases section.
i. In cPanel, go to MySQL Databases.
ii. Then find the user associated with your database and change the password.
iii. Update the new password in the wp-config.php file.
i. Navigate to phpMyAdmin in cPanel.
ii. Select your database and check all tables.
iii. Choose the Repair table option from the dropdown menu.
4. Check Server Status
Ensure your server is running smoothly. Contact us if you suspect server issues.
If the above steps don’t work, then consider restoring your database from a backup.
1. Keep Backups
To avoid data loss in future then regularly back up your database
2. Monitor Server Performance
Moreover, use tools to monitor your server’s performance and uptime.
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