SQL DROP DATABASE: How to Delete a Database Safely

The DROP DATABASE statement in MySQL is used to permanently delete a database, along with all its tables, indexes, and data. This action CANNOT be undone, so use it with caution.

Syntax:

DROP DATABASE database_name;

database_name is the name of the database you want to delete.

Warning

Be careful before dropping a database. Deleting a database will result in loss of complete information stored in the database!

Example: Deleting a Database

DROP DATABASE school_db;

This command removes school_db completely from MySQL.

Note

✔ Always back up important data before running DROP DATABASE.

✔ Double-check the database name to avoid accidental deletion.

✔ SHOW DATABASES helps verify before and after deletion.

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