How to Repair a Broken Database in Account Manager

A broken website database can cause downtime, data loss, and error messages like Error establishing a database connection. These issues often stem from corrupted files, misconfigurations, or server problems. Fortunately, Bluehost’s Account Manager provides built-in tools to help you check and repair your broken database quickly and efficiently.

• Check Database
• Repair Broken Database
• Summary

If you encounter the following error, you can quickly resolve it by using the database tool available in your Account Manager.

Check Database

1. Log in to the Bluehost Account Manager.
2. From the left-hand navigation menu, click on Websites.

   
    

   • If you have only one website, you’ll go directly to its Overview page.
   • If you have multiple websites, all websites will be listed. Click Settings to access the Overview menu of the desired site.

     
      

3. In the Overview page, click Databases to open the Database Management Panel.

   
    

4. Locate the database name associated with your website.
5. Click the vertical ellipsis icon next to the database name and select Check Database.

   
    

6. A pop-up will show the Table Name and Status.

   
    

   • If the status is OK, your database is functioning properly.
   • If issues are detected, proceed to the next step.

Repair Broken Database

1. In the same panel, click the vertical ellipsis icon and choose Repair Database.

   
    

2. A pop-up will display the Table Name and Repair Status.
   • If the repair is successful, your site should be operational.
   • If issues persist, consider the following steps:
     • Use phpMyAdmin to manually optimize and repair database tables.
     • Restore your site using backups from CodeGuard or Jetpack, if available.

Summary

Database errors can severely impact your website’s performance and accessibility. Using the built-in tools in Bluehost’s Account Manager, you can easily repair a broken database and restore your site’s functionality. For persistent issues, advanced troubleshooting via phpMyAdmin or backup restoration ensures your data remains secure and your site stays online.