MySQL/PostgreSQL database connection can be established with script/software hosted only on your web hosting account (meaning no remote access is allowed due to security reasons). The following settings are needed:

  • DB Host: The hostname for your database server
  • DB Port: 3306(for MySQL) / 5432(for PostgreSQL)
  • DB Name: The database name you have assigned
  • DB Username: The database username you have assigned
  • DB Password: The database password you have assigned

You can find the above information by logging in to your hosting control panel and opening the Database Manager.

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