DirectAdmin doesn't allow privilege modification for database users.
How It Works
- Each database has one user
- User has ALL privileges on their database
- Cannot modify or limit privileges
- Cannot grant access to other databases
What You Can Do
- Change password: MySQL Management → Click database → Change Password
- Delete database: Removes user too
- Create new database: Gets new user with full privileges
Need Limited Access?
Options:
- Use application-level permissions (WordPress roles, etc.)
- Create separate databases for different access needs
- Consider VPS with full MySQL control
phpMyAdmin Access
Users can:
- Access only their assigned database
- Run any queries on that database
- Cannot see other databases
- Cannot create new users
Common Misconceptions
- "Modify Privileges" button: Not available in DirectAdmin
- Multiple users per database: Not supported
- Cross-database access: Not possible
