WordPress powers millions of websites worldwide, but like any software, it can encounter issues. Here are the 10 most common WordPress errors and their solutions:
1. White Screen of Death (WSOD)
The dreaded white screen of death occurs when your WordPress site displays a completely blank page. This is often caused by:
- PHP memory limit exhaustion
- Plugin conflicts
- Theme compatibility issues
Solution: Enable WP_DEBUG in wp-config.php and check error logs. Often, deactivating plugins one by one helps identify the culprit.
2. Internal Server Error (500)
This server-side error can be triggered by:
- Corrupted .htaccess file
- PHP memory limit issues
- Plugin or theme conflicts
Solution: Regenerate your .htaccess file by resaving permalink settings.
3. Error Establishing Database Connection
This error appears when WordPress can’t connect to your database due to:
- Incorrect database credentials
- Corrupted database
- Server issues
Solution: Verify wp-config.php database settings and contact your host if needed.
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