SIRSTEVEHQ supports industry-standard database technologies to ensure compatibility with a wide variety of websites, content management systems (CMS), web applications, and custom software.
Databases are essential for storing and managing website information such as user accounts, blog posts, products, customer records, orders, settings, and application data. Most modern websites and web applications rely on a database to function properly.
What Databases Does SIRSTEVEHQ Support?
The database technologies available depend on your hosting platform and control panel.
Our hosting services support the following database systems where applicable:
- MySQL®
- MariaDB®
- Microsoft SQL Server (MSSQL) (available on supported Windows Hosting plans)
MySQL and MariaDB are the most commonly used database systems for PHP applications and are compatible with many popular content management systems and frameworks.
Which Applications Use MySQL or MariaDB?
Many of today's most popular web applications use MySQL or MariaDB, including:
- WordPress
- Joomla
- Drupal
- Magento
- WHMCS
- Laravel
- phpBB
- OpenCart
- PrestaShop
- Moodle
- Custom PHP applications
These database systems are designed to provide reliable performance, security, and scalability for websites of all sizes.
What Is the Difference Between MySQL and MariaDB?
MariaDB is a community-developed database system that is fully compatible with MySQL in most cases. It was created as a drop-in replacement for MySQL and offers excellent performance, reliability, and compatibility with existing MySQL applications.
Most customers will not notice any difference when using their website, as applications that support MySQL generally work seamlessly with MariaDB.
Can I Create Multiple Databases?
Yes. Depending on your hosting plan, you can create one or more databases through your hosting control panel.
You can also:
- Create database users.
- Assign users to databases.
- Set database user permissions.
- Manage databases using phpMyAdmin.
- Import and export databases.
The number of databases you can create may vary depending on your hosting package.
Can I Access My Database?
Yes. Database management tools are available through your hosting control panel, allowing you to:
- Create new databases.
- Manage existing databases.
- Import SQL files.
- Export database backups.
- Run SQL queries.
- Optimise and repair databases.
- Manage database users and permissions.
These tools make it easy to administer your website databases without requiring command-line access.
Can I Import an Existing Database?
Yes. If you're migrating a website to SIRSTEVEHQ, you can import your existing database using the available database management tools or during your website migration process.
Before importing a database, ensure it is compatible with the database version available on your hosting plan.
Do I Need Database Knowledge to Build a Website?
Not necessarily. Most modern website builders and content management systems, such as WordPress, automatically create and configure the required database during installation.
Unless you're developing custom applications or managing databases manually, you may rarely need to interact directly with your database.
Need Help Managing Your Database?
If you need assistance creating, importing, exporting, or troubleshooting your database, our Support Team is available to help.
If you're unsure which database technology is best for your website or application, simply let us know what you're planning to build, and we'll recommend the most suitable hosting platform and database solution for your requirements.
