# How to Import a Database via phpMyAdmin in cPanel
Follow these steps to import a database using phpMyAdmin:
* Log in to your **cPanel account**.
* In the **Databases** section, click on **phpMyAdmin**.
* From the navigation tree in the left sidebar, select the appropriate database where you want to import data.
* Click on **Import**.
* Under **File to Import**, click on **Browse** and select the SQL file from your computer.
* Scroll down and click on **Go**.
{% hint style="success" %}
If you see a success message, your SQL has been successfully uploaded.
{% endhint %}
