---
title: "Resetting MySQL password"
date: "2015-01-29"
category: "mysql"
slug: "resetting-mysql-password"
---

If you have lost your MySQL password, you can reset it through the control panel.

## Steps

1. Open the [[logging-into-the-control-panel]] and navigate to **Databases** > **MySQL Manager** > **List Users and Databases**
2. Under _Edit Users_, select your username (typically the first user listed)
3. Enter and confirm a new password
4. Click **Save**
