WordPress Errors: Troubleshoot Common Problems Like a Pro

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Common WordPress Errors and How to Fix Them​

Absolutely, let’s simplify and make these common WordPress errors easy to understand:

1. The White Screen of Death​

Imagine your website suddenly shows a completely blank screen, like a canvas with nothing on it. Sometimes it might give you a mysterious error message. This happens because some parts of your website, like plugins and themes, aren’t getting along. Don’t worry; we can help you fix it.

2. 400 Errors​

These are like signals from your website to your computer, saying, “I can’t find what you’re looking for!” They usually happen because your website and your computer aren’t talking to each other correctly. Depending on the code, there can be different reasons.

3. Internal Server Error​

When you see an error on your website with a number between 500 and 599, it means your website’s server is having trouble fulfilling a request.

4. Memory Limit Error​

Your hosting provider indeed gives your website some computer memory to work with. But if you use up all that memory, you might have trouble adding new things like plugins, themes, or media files. Instead of it working, you’ll see a message saying something like: “Oops! We ran out of memory.”

If that happens, don’t worry. You can try making your website’s memory bigger by changing some settings in a file called “wp-config.php.” It’s like giving your website more brainpower to handle new stuff.

5. Error Establishing Database Connection​

If your website can’t talk to its database, it can’t get the information it needs to show your stuff on the internet. Instead, you’ll see an error that looks like this:
This means people can’t see your website, and you can’t use your WordPress dashboard.
Usually, this happens because the secret codes that let your website talk to the database are wrong. You can fix this by changing those codes in a file called “wp-config.php.” Hence, it’s like giving your website the right keys to open the door to the database.

6. Exceeded Maximum Upload File Size​

Your WordPress site has a limit for how big the files you can upload can be. If you try to upload a file that’s too large, you’ll get an error message. To check your limit, follow these steps:

• Firstly, go to your WordPress dashboard.
• Then navigate to the Media section and click “Add New.”
• Look for the maximum file size limit displayed. This is the largest file you can upload.
• If you need to upload larger files, consider these options:
• Adjusting php.ini: You can increase your upload size limit by editing the php.ini file on your server. However, please note that this method may not work for all hosting plans, so consult your hosting provider.
• File Compression: If increasing the limit isn’t possible, consider compressing your files before uploading them to reduce their size.
  

7. Maximum Execution Time Exceeded​

When your website performs tasks, it has a time limit to complete them. If it takes too long, it stops, and the task fails. To resolve this issue, you can make changes to a file called php.ini:

• Open your php.ini file.
• Add the line:

max_execution_time = 60
(This sets the maximum execution time to 60 seconds).

• Then save the file.

However, please be aware that this solution may not work in all cases, so it’s advisable to consult your hosting provider for assistance.

8. Failed Auto-Upgrade​

Automatic updates can sometimes fail and break your WordPress website. In this case, it’s best to perform the update manually and take precautions to ensure a safe upgrade:

• Disable all plugins before attempting the update.
• Switch to a default WordPress theme, such as Twenty Twenty-One.
• Carefully follow WordPress’s manual update instructions to complete the process successfully.
• Consider creating a backup of your website before updating it to safeguard your data.