How do you import a MySQL database with phpMyAdmin at Loopia?

Import a MySQL (database engine) database on Loopia hosting using phpMyAdmin (web-based MySQL admin) from the Import tab, as shown below. This is typically used to restore a previous backup of your database.

Import the database file

Start by logging in to phpMyAdmin.

To reload a previous backup, click the Import tab. Then click the Choose file button and find the file you want to import to the database. In most cases you do not need to change any special settings here; just click Go.

phpMyAdmin top menu with the Import tab highlighted

phpMyAdmin Import page with the Choose File button highlighted and an arrow pointing to the Go button

Confirmation and errors

When the import has completed, you will receive a message confirming that it was successful. Should it fail for some reason, you will receive an error message describing what went wrong instead.

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