Generate SQL to Create a New WordPress User via phpMyAdmin
Generate secure SQL to create WordPress users directly in phpMyAdmin. No more manual password hashing or guessing user IDs.
USER DETAILS
GENERATED SQL
SQL Commands
IMPORTANT SECURITY NOTES
- • Always backup your database before running these commands
- • Use strong passwords for all WordPress users
- • Remove or change default admin users after setup
- • Test on a staging environment first
Your passwords and data never leave your browser. Everything is processed locally on your device. No servers, no data transmission, no privacy concerns.
WHAT IS THIS TOOL?
The WordPress User SQL Generator is a free developer tool that creates secure SQL commands to add new users directly to your WordPress database via phpMyAdmin. This is particularly useful when you've lost admin access to your WordPress site or need to create users programmatically.
Why Use This Tool?
- Lost Admin Access: When you can't log into WordPress admin panel
- Database-Only Access: When you only have phpMyAdmin access
- Automation: For scripts that need to create WordPress users
- Migration: When migrating users between WordPress installations
HOW TO USE
STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE
- 1 Fill in the required user details (username, email, password)
- 2 Optionally expand "Advanced Options" for additional fields
- 3 Click "Generate SQL" to create the commands
- 4 Copy the generated SQL code
- 5 Paste and run in phpMyAdmin SQL tab
USER ROLES EXPLAINED
- Administrator: Full site access, can manage everything
- Editor: Can publish and edit all posts and pages
- Author: Can publish and edit their own posts
- Contributor: Can write posts but cannot publish them
- Subscriber: Can only read content and manage their profile
SECURITY BEST PRACTICES
🔒 PRIVACY GUARANTEE
Your passwords never leave your browser. This tool runs entirely in your browser - no data is sent to any servers. Your sensitive information stays on your device.
BEFORE RUNNING SQL
- Always backup your database first
- Use strong, unique passwords
- Test on a staging environment first
- Remove default admin users after setup
PASSWORD SECURITY
- Use at least 12 characters
- Include numbers, symbols, and mixed case
- Change passwords regularly
- Don't reuse passwords across sites
COMMON USE CASES
Lost Admin Access
When you can't remember your WordPress admin password or the admin account was compromised.
Database Migration
When migrating WordPress sites and need to recreate user accounts in the new database.
Automation Scripts
For developers building scripts that need to programmatically create WordPress users.