How do I administer a MSSQL database?

If you need to add, access or remove any tables, queries or data from the database that your website features run off (i.e. blog or forum), you will need to administer your database.

You can administer your MSSQL database directly from your 123 Reg Hosting control panel. To do so, simply follow the instructions outlined below.

Please note: MSSQL databases are no longer available on any Web Hosting plans bought after July 2020 or Premium Hosting plans bought after August 2020.

Step 1 of 6

Start by logging in to your 123 Reg Control Panel.

 

Step 2 of 6

From there, select Web Hosting or Premium Hosting within the ‘Manage active products’ section, depending on which product you wish to use.

Next, select Manage opposite the ‘(bought before XX/XX/XX)’ option.

Manage Shared Web Hosting

 

Step 3 of 6

This will show you an overview of your current hosting packages. Click Manage for the account you wish to use.

Manage Legacy hosting

 

Step 4 of 6

On the next page, select Manage for the domain you wish to update.

Manage hosting domain

 

Step 5 of 6

Click on the MSSQL Database link in the Web Tools section of your hosting control panel.

Step 6 of 6

In the Manage Databases section press the Manage button to access your database administration area.

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