Drop Columns from a Database with PHPMyAdmin: A Comprehensive Tutorial

Utilizing phpMyAdmin empowers users to modify MySQL and MariaDB databases seamlessly. Compatible with cPanel, Plesk, and DirectAdmin, this tool facilitates column deletion within a database. Follow these steps to drop columns via phpMyAdmin:

To remove columns from a database table using phpMyAdmin, follow these steps:

Note: Prior to initiating, we strongly advise creating a database backup, as the following actions lead to irreversible data loss.

1. Log in to your control panel account (cPanel, DirectAdmin, or Plesk).

2. Locate and access phpMyAdmin.

3. The phpMyAdmin window will open. Choose a database from the provided list.

4. Expand the table by clicking on the '+' icon next to it, revealing the available columns.

5. Access the Columns option. A panel displaying the list of columns and associated functions will be visible.

6. Select the checkbox next to the column you intend to delete/drop, then click on the "Drop" option.

Note: The "Drop" function irreversibly erases the column and its data from your database. Ensure this action won't impact your database, as the data will be unrecoverable.

7. A pop-up window will show the column details to be dropped. After you've double-checked the information, click OK to proceed.

phpMyAdmin will permanently remove the column from the table.