Connecting Power BI to a GoDaddy-hosted database can be tricky due to GoDaddy's security settings and firewall restrictions. Here are some steps to troubleshoot and establish the connection:
Steps to Connect Power BI to a GoDaddy Database:
- Enable Remote Access – GoDaddy blocks remote connections by default. Log into your GoDaddy cPanel → Databases → Remote MySQL and add your IP address to the allowlist.
- Check Database Credentials – Ensure you're using the correct hostname (not 'localhost'), database name, and credentials. Find these in GoDaddy's cPanel > MySQL Databases.
- Use the Correct Connector –
- For MySQL: Install the latest MySQL ODBC Connector and use Power BI’s MySQL Database connector.
- For SQL Server: Use SQL Server Database connector and confirm if SSL/TLS settings are required.
- Firewall & Port Issues – GoDaddy may block standard ports like 3306 for MySQL. You might need a VPN or SSH tunnel to connect.
Common Issues & Fixes:
- "Host is not allowed to connect" error → Ensure your IP is added to GoDaddy’s Remote MySQL.
- Timeout issues → GoDaddy’s shared hosting limits long queries; try optimizing queries or upgrading hosting.
- SSL/TLS errors → Some databases require SSL; check your SSL settings in Power BI's connection options.
