WHM API 1 / Databases
WHM API 1 rename_mysql_user
Find the endpoint, CLI syntax and practical purpose of this cPanel command, with a direct link to the official documentation.
What this command does
The cPanel documentation summary for this operation is: Update MySQL username.
In Hostilla.pl this page helps identify the exact API operation before using automation, reseller integrations or a support request.
Command details
- API
- WHM API 1 11.136.0.25
- Category
- Databases
- Method and path
- GET /rename_mysql_user
- Operation ID
- rename_mysql_user
- CLI example
- whmapi1 rename_mysql_user
Practical request workflow
WHM API 1 rename_mysql_user should be run only after the target account and expected result are known. Start with a read-only lookup when one is available, then make the smallest required change and verify the resource again.
- Verify reseller or administrator authorization and the exact target account.
- Read current account properties and dependent domains before changing them.
- Use a narrowly scoped token and submit only the required parameters to rename_mysql_user.
- Reload the account state and test the customer-facing service after the change.
CLI request example
whmapi1 rename_mysql_userHow to read the response
Check the API success flag, messages, warnings and returned data object. Confirm that identifiers refer to the intended account, then perform a separate read or service-level test.
Record the request time, account and domain together with the returned status. A successful transport response does not by itself prove that the requested resource was created, changed or deleted exactly as intended.
Questions before automation
What permission does WHM API 1 rename_mysql_user require?
This WHM API operation requires authorized reseller or administrator privileges and an exact target account.
What should I check before running rename_mysql_user?
Verify reseller or administrator authorization and the exact target account. Read current account properties and dependent domains before changing them.
How do I confirm that rename_mysql_user worked?
Check the API success flag, messages, warnings and returned data object. Confirm that identifiers refer to the intended account, then perform a separate read or service-level test.
Hostilla.pl usage notes
WHM API commands can affect server or reseller-level resources. They should be used only by authorized administrators or reseller integrations.
Need this operation for your hosting account? Contact Hostilla.pl support with the account name, domain and expected result. We will help select a safe API path.