How to Edit User Permissions for Databases in Plesk Panel

May 5, 2025 / Plesk Panel

User privileges control what actions a user can perform within a database. Using the Plesk Panel, you can easily manage and update privileges for MariaDB database users to ensure the right level of access is granted.

Follow the steps:

  1. Log in to Plesk.
  2. Select Databases.
    Database
  3. This will display a list of all operational databases within your Plesk account, along with related options.
    subscriptions
  4. Click on the User Management tab to view all active database users.
  5. Click on the username for the account you wish to modify.
    user management
  6. A user settings form will appear with various customisation options.
    database user
  7. Scroll down to the Privileges section, which is divided into:
    Data Access (e.g., SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE)
    Structure Access (e.g., CREATE, ALTER, DROP)
  8. Check or uncheck the boxes to set the appropriate permissions.
    privileges
  9. Once your adjustments are complete, click OK to apply the new settings.
    ok apply

This way, you can successfully update the database user privileges in Plesk Panel. This ensures your users have the correct level of access based on their role or need.

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