MySQL USER() Function

The USER() function in MySQL provides a simple way to get information about the currently active database user's connection.

USER(): Definition and Usage

USER() returns the user name and hostname for the current MySQL connection. This is very useful for logging, security, and debugging purposes. You can use it to identify who is accessing and interacting with the database.

Equivalent Functions

The USER() function is equivalent to both SESSION_USER() and SYSTEM_USER(). They all return the same information.

Syntax

USER()
      

Example

Retrieving User and Host Information

This query demonstrates obtaining the current user's name and the hostname they are connected from.

SELECT USER();
      

'user_name'@'hostname' (Example output; the actual user name and hostname will depend on your MySQL connection)