# Editing the database with the Adminer

In this article you will learn how to edit the database with the Adminer extension for Shopware 6.

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## Editing the database

We recommend the free extension "Adminer for the Admin" for easy access to the database.

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**Important:** In the Shopware 6 Cloud currently is no possibility to reach the configuration via the database.
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> ### Backup for safety
>
> Manual editing of the database is suitable for experienced users who are familiar with the database. Get help if this does not apply to you.

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**Attention**: Make sure you create a backup of your database before you make any changes here!
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## 1. Installing an extension

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**Note**: You may also get the extension via the Shopware Store. In case this is not listed there, just use the GitHub version.
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1. Download the [latest Release](https://github.com/FriendsOfShopware/FroshPlatformAdminer/releases/latest) as a zip file\
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2. Upload the zip file into your shop
3. Install and activate the extension thereafter

![Installing Adminer for the Admin manually](https://1979975522-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F178YilsPBIFHBAxTvcMo%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-47e231bb583bc8ae59b5f3ab5cfddc027d35eba4%2Fplugin--adminer-manual-install.png?alt=media)

## 2. Editing the database

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**Important**: Make sure to backup your database before you make any changes here!
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1. Once the extension has been successfully activated, you can access your database via the Shopware settings ("Settings" => "Extensions" => "Adminer")\
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2. Now you are ready to make changes in the database\
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