diff --git a/doc/install/databases.md b/doc/install/databases.md
index 5ec1d0c..6477e1c 100644
--- a/doc/install/databases.md
+++ b/doc/install/databases.md
@@ -14,6 +14,9 @@ GitLab supports the following databases:
     # Pick a database root password (can be anything), type it and press enter
     # Retype the database root password and press enter
 
+    # Secure your installation.
+    sudo mysql_secure_installation
+    
     # Login to MySQL
     mysql -u root -p
 
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