WordPress is an incredibly powerful platform, but it’s not without its challenges. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned blogger, chances are you’ve encountered a few of these common WordPress issues. Here’s a quick rundown of the top problems and how you can fix them:

1️⃣ White Screen of Death (WSOD)

A blank white screen with no error message usually caused by a plugin or theme conflict.
🔧 Fix: Disable plugins via FTP or switch to a default theme.

2️⃣ 500 Internal Server Error

This general error indicates a problem on the server side.
🔧 Fix: Check your .htaccess file, increase PHP memory, or deactivate plugins.

3️⃣ Database Connection Errors

“Error Establishing a Database Connection” is a common headache.
🔧 Fix: Verify database credentials in wp-config.php and repair the database.

4️⃣ 404 Page Not Found Error

Occurs when links are broken or pages are missing.
🔧 Fix: Re-save permalinks under Settings > Permalinks.

5️⃣ Plugin Conflicts

New updates sometimes clash with existing plugins.
🔧 Fix: Deactivate plugins one by one to identify the culprit.

6️⃣ Theme Issues

Sometimes, theme updates break layouts or cause display problems.
🔧 Fix: Revert to a default theme to troubleshoot.

7️⃣ Login Issues (Redirect Loop)

Stuck in a loop when trying to log in?
🔧 Fix: Clear browser cache and cookies, and disable security plugins.

8️⃣ Slow Website Performance

A slow site drives users away and hurts SEO.
🔧 Fix: Optimize images, enable caching, and use a CDN.

9️⃣ Image Upload Issues

Errors when trying to upload images, often due to file permissions.
🔧 Fix: Check your folder permissions or adjust your hosting settings.

🔟 Security Vulnerabilities (Hacks & Malware)

WordPress sites are common targets for hackers.
🔧 Fix: Install security plugins like Wordfence and enable two-factor authentication.

1️⃣1️⃣ Memory Limit Exhausted Error

You may see "Allowed memory size exhausted."
🔧 Fix: Increase the PHP memory limit in wp-config.php.

1️⃣2️⃣ SSL Certificate Issues

Your site shows as "Not Secure" or has HTTPS errors.
🔧 Fix: Ensure your SSL certificate is active and configured properly.

1️⃣3️⃣ Scheduled Maintenance Stuck

Sometimes, WordPress gets stuck in maintenance mode.
🔧 Fix: Delete the .maintenance file in your root directory.

1️⃣4️⃣ Broken Permalinks

Your links are throwing 404 errors.
🔧 Fix: Go to Settings > Permalinks and click "Save Changes."

1️⃣5️⃣ Email Sending Issues

WordPress is not sending contact form emails.
🔧 Fix: Configure an SMTP plugin like WP Mail SMTP.

Wrapping Up:
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