HTTP 500 Internal Server Error: How to Fix It in WordPress
The “500 internal server error” can be a frustrating one to come across because it doesn’t actually tell you what went wrong.
Also known as the “http error 500,” it could be caused by several factors, such as conflicts between WordPress plugins or themes, reaching the PHP memory limit, a corrupt .htaccess file, server misconfiguration, or incorrect file and directory permissions, among other reasons.
In this article, I’ll help you pinpoint the exact cause of the error on your WordPress site and guide you through fixing it.
Common causes of the 500 internal server error
Basic definitions:
- “HTTP” refers to the protocol used for communication between the client (your browser) and the web server.