Creating an SQL Database for Your Minecraft Server
Obsidian Servers allows you to create SQL databases for your Minecraft server, which can be useful for plugins that require database storage. This guide will walk you through the process of creating and managing databases.
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Log in to the Obsidian Servers panel
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Select your Minecraft server from the dashboard
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Look for the sidebar menu and locate the "Management" section
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Click on "Databases" under the Management section
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Click the "New Database" button on the databases page
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In the popup that appears, enter the following information:
- Database Name: Enter a name for your database (avoid spaces and special characters)
- Connection From: Specify allowed connection sources
- Leave blank to allow connections from anywhere
- Enter specific IP addresses to restrict access
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Click "Create" to generate your database
Managing Your Databases
After creation, your database will appear in the list. You can:
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View Connection Details: Click the eye icon to reveal:
- Database name
- Username
- Password
- Host information
- Port number
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Access phpMyAdmin: Click the disk icon to open phpMyAdmin
- This provides a web interface to manage your database
- You can create tables, run SQL queries, import/export data
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Delete Database: Click the bin icon to remove the database WARNING: This will permanently delete the database and all its contents. This action cannot be undone.
Common Database Uses
- Player data storage
- Economy plugin information
- Permissions and group management
- Statistics tracking
- Website integration
If you need assistance configuring your plugins to use the database or have questions about database management, please contact our Technical Support.
