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How to Modify a Database User's Privileges in DirectAdmin
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How to Modify a Database User's Privileges in DirectAdmin

June 21, 2026

Overview: How to Modify a Database User's Privileges in DirectAdmin

This guide explains How to Modify a Database User's Privileges in DirectAdmin step‑by‑step and why it matters for security, uptime, and performance. It’s written for small and medium businesses that rely on Blackhawk MSP for proactive, managed IT support in the Bay Area and beyond.

  • ✅ Clear, actionable steps
  • ✅ Best‑practice notes from our MSP engineers
  • ✅ Links to related services and help
Tip: If you’re short on time, contact us — we’ll handle this for you and verify everything is working.

This tutorial shows you how to modify the privileges of a database user in DirectAdmin. Follow the steps below to make the necessary changes.

1. Log in to your DirectAdmin Account.


2. In the Account Manager section, click on Databases. Alternatively, type Databases in the search bar, and the option will appear. Click on it.
How to Modify a Database User's Privileges in DirectAdmin

3. From the list of databases, click on Manage next to the preferred database.
How to Modify a Database User's Privileges in DirectAdmin


4. Under the User Access, you can find your database users. Click on Privileges.
How to Modify a Database User's Privileges in DirectAdmin


5. Modify Privileges according to your needs and then click on Save Changes.
How to Modify a Database User's Privileges in DirectAdmin


Your database user's privileges should have changed successfully.

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Need help? Blackhawk MSP can do this for you, verify success, and document the change. Call 1‑925‑218‑4000 or open a ticket.

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