Ошибка сервера 500 вордпресс

Seeing a 500 internal server error where your website should be is enough to throw anyone into a panic. When your website goes down, you lose out on potential traffic and sales. If it’s offline for a while, it can also negatively impact your Search Engine Optimization (SEO) efforts.

Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to go about fixing this error. Many of these solutions are fairly straightforward, and you don’t need a lot of technical know-how to start troubleshooting.

In this guide, we’ll cover what the 500 internal server error in WordPress is and discuss some potential causes. Then we’ll give you 10 tips to help you get your website back in working order.

1. Back up your website.
2. Try reloading the page.
3. Clear your browser cache.
4. Access your error logs.
5. Check for the “Error Establishing a Database Connection.”
6. Look for permission errors.
7. Increase your PHP memory limit.
8. Check for problems with your .htaccess file.
9. Look for coding or syntax errors in your CGI/Perl script.
10. Ask your web host about potential server issues.

Let’s get started!

What Is the 500 Internal Server Error?

The 500 internal server error is frustratingly nonspecific. When the error occurs, you usually don’t get many details about it. In fact, you might not receive any information at all.

The 500 error is a generic issue that isn’t specific to WordPress. Chances are you’ve seen it before during your internet explorations. Despite the name, it doesn’t necessarily mean that something is wrong with your server. It could be an issue with your website or browser.

If you do see this error on your site, you’ll want to get it fixed as quickly as possible. A 500 error can impact your SEO if allowed to linger. If your site is crawled while it’s offline, there’s a chance that Google may interpret the error as an issue with your website.

This error can also hurt your User Experience (UX) and give visitors the impression that you’re unprofessional. Not only can a poor UX affect the way Google ranks your site, but it can cause you to lose customers as well. After all, you can’t do business if your site isn’t accessible.

A wide variety of situations can result in the 500 error, making it a bit of a chore to sort out. Potential causes of the 500 internal server error in WordPress include:

• Plugin compatibility issues
• Exhausted PHP memory limit
• Corrupted files
• Coding or syntax errors

The fact that the error message itself tends to be vague doesn’t help. Fortunately, you can solve many of these issues on your own with a bit of know-how.

Variations on the 500 Internal Server Error

Depending on your operating system, browser, and the cause of the error, there are variations in how it will appear. For example, if a database connection can’t be established, you might see something like this:

A plain white screen, sometimes referred to as the White Screen of Death (WSoD), can indicate a 500 internal server error.

Also, many site owners have the option to customize their 500 error messages. So you might see this error in many different forms.

How to Fix the 500 Internal Server Error in WordPress (10 Tips)

Now that you’ve had an introduction to the 500 internal server error, it’s time to discuss how to resolve it. Let’s take a look at ten tips you can use to fix this issue in WordPress.

1. Back up your website.

Before tinkering under the hood, it’s always smart to make a backup of your website. If DreamHost hosts your site, you can take advantage of our one-click backup feature. You can also create a manual backup if you prefer.

To make a complete backup, you’ll need to save copies of your WordPress files as well as your databases. You can back up your site’s files using a Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) client such as FileZilla.

Once you’re connected to your server, navigate to the WordPress files you want to save. These files include the WordPress core installation, plugins, themes, images, and more. To save the files, simply right-click on them and select Download.

Now you’ll need to back up your database, which you can do by logging into phpMyAdmin. Select the database you want to download from the left-hand panel, and then click on the Export tab.

You’ll then need to choose between a “Quick” or a “Custom” export. The Quick export will likely work just fine unless you need to manage more advanced options.

Click on the Go button, and your download should start. Once your website is safely backed up, you can get to work on fixing that 500 error.

2. Try reloading the page.

Let’s start with the best-case scenario. Some situations that cause a 500 internal error clear up on their own within a few minutes. For example, if you’ve just made changes to a plugin or theme, or if your host is experiencing unusually heavy traffic, you may see a server error. If this is true in your case, you’re in luck, as a simple page reload should get things back to normal.

Therefore, the first thing to try is simply waiting a minute or two, during which the error will hopefully resolve itself. Then you can try reloading the page by pressing F5 or (command + R if you’re using a Mac).

3. Clear your browser cache.

Another potential server error fix that’s quick and easy is clearing your browser cache. It’s possible the cache became corrupted, which would cause problems when attempting to access websites.

First, you might check Down For Everyone Or Just Me. This will determine whether there’s a widespread problem or you’re the only one experiencing difficulties.

If you’re alone in your 500 error frustration, the problem may be your browser. Try accessing your site from a different browser. If an alternative works, it’s a sign that the issue is with your cache.

In Google Chrome, you can clear your cache by pressing Ctrl + Shift + Delete. Alternatively, you can click on the three vertical dots in the top-right corner, followed by More tools > Clear browsing data.

Be sure to check the Cached images and files box. Then click on the Clear data button.

In Firefox, you can clear the cache using the Ctrl + Shift + Delete keyboard shortcut. This will open the Clear Recent History window. In the Time range to clear drop-down menu, select Everything. Check the Cache box, and then click on OK.

In Safari, you can navigate to the History menu item and choose Clear History. Keep in mind that this will delete everything, including cookies and visited pages.

Once you’ve cleared your browser cache, you can attempt to access your website again. If you’re still seeing the 500 internal server error, it’s time to move on to more involved fixes.

4. Access your error logs.

Your site’s error logs may provide insight into what’s causing the 500 error. Depending on your host, these logs may be cycled quite often, so you’ll want to take a look as soon as possible.

You can check your error logs by accessing your site’s files via SFTP and looking for the /logs directory. Next, select the site that’s experiencing the error. You may see several directories at this point. You’ll want to check the one with the most recent date.

You can view the log by downloading it and opening it with your preferred text editor. Hopefully, your error logs will provide you with some additional context for the 500 error.

Another option is to enable the WordPress debug log. You can do this by connecting to your site via SFTP and opening your wp-config.php file. Within it, look for the following line:

define('WP_DEBUG', false);

Once you find it, replace it with the following:

define( 'WP_DEBUG', true );

define( 'WP_DEBUG_DISPLAY', false );

define( 'WP_DEBUG_LOG', true );

This will create a debug.log file, which you can find under the /wp-content/ directory. Just be sure to change the WP_DEBUG value back to “false” when you’re done troubleshooting.

5. Check for the ‘Error Establishing a Database Connection.’

If there’s been a problem establishing a database connection, not only will your site be offline for visitors, but you won’t be able to access the WordPress admin dashboard either. There are a few possible causes of this:

• Incorrect database login credentials
• A corrupted WordPress database
• A corrupted WordPress installation file

Let’s start with incorrect login credentials, as this is a common cause of the database connection error. If you’re a DreamHost user, you can find your database credentials in your panel. However, if you use a different host, you’ll likely follow a similar procedure.

Navigate to MySQL Databases and find the one that corresponds to your website under the Database(s) on this server section. Here, you’ll find your database name under the Database heading. The username is listed under the Users Access column.

Alt-text: Where to find your MySQL username in DreamPanel.

To find the password, click on the username. On the next screen, scroll down and click on the Show button next to the password field.

Next, you’ll compare these credentials to those in your wp-config.php file. You can access this file in your site’s main directory via SFTP. Once you have the file downloaded, open it and verify that the information under MySQL Settings matches what you found in your panel.

Next, if your database is corrupted, you can quickly repair it through phpMyAdmin. Log in and click on your database in the left panel. Select all of the tables in the database, and then choose the Repair table option from the drop-down menu.

Finally, let’s look at how to handle a corrupted WordPress installation file. Start by downloading a new copy of WordPress and unzipping the file. You’ll need to delete the wp-content folder and the wp-config-sample.php file.

Upload the rest of the files to your site via SFTP, overwriting any existing ones. You now have a brand new, uncorrupted WordPress installation. You’ll also want to clear your browser cache before checking your website again.

6. Look for permission errors.

If any of your files have permissions set incorrectly, you may see the 500 internal server error as a result. Again, you can check and change these permissions using SFTP.

Right-click on any file and select File permissions to open a new dialogue window. In this window, you can check and, if necessary, set new permissions for the file.

Typically, you’ll want to set files to “644” and directories and executables to “755”. However, you may want to check with your host if you’re unsure about the correct values.

7. Increase your PHP memory limit.

Another reason you might see the 500 internal server error is if you’ve exceeded your server’s PHP memory limit. There are several ways to increase your limit, and they all involve using SFTP.

Before you try increasing your memory limit, you may want to start by seeing what it’s currently set to. You can do this through the WordPress admin dashboard. Keep in mind that, with some variations of the 500 error, you won’t be able to access the dashboard. If that’s the case, you may have to skip this step.

From your WordPress dashboard, navigate to Tools > Site Health. Click on Info at the top of the screen, and scroll down to the Server section. You should see your PHP memory limit there.

To increase the PHP memory limit, there are a few files you can edit. One is your .htaccess file, typically located in your site’s root directory. Open the file and add the following code:

php_value memory_limit xxxM

You can replace the “xxx” with your desired amount of memory. Usually, 256M is plenty.

You can also increase your memory limit by editing your php.ini file. You should be able to find this file in your root directory. If not, you can go ahead and create one. Add or update its code to the following:

memory_limit = xxxM

Another option is to add in the following code at the top of your wp-config.php file:

define('WP_MEMORY_LIMIT', 'xxxM');

If this resolves the 500 error, your next task will be to figure out what is causing the memory limit exhaustion. It could be a problematic plugin or theme. You might consider reaching out to your host for help on finding the exact server diagnostics.

8. Check for problems with your .htaccess file.

Your .htaccess file is one of the core WordPress files. It contains rules for your server, so it could contribute to a 500 internal server error.

If your .htaccess file has become corrupted, you’ll want to go ahead and create a fresh one. Start by logging into your site via SFTP and finding your .htaccess file. Rename the file to .htaccess_old.

Now, create a new .htaccess file in your text editor and paste in the following:

# BEGIN WordPress

RewriteEngine On

RewriteRule .* - [E=HTTP_AUTHORIZATION:%{HTTP:Authorization}]

RewriteBase /

RewriteRule ^index.php$ - [L]

RewriteCond %{REQUEST_FILENAME} !-f

RewriteCond %{REQUEST_FILENAME} !-d

RewriteRule . /index.php [L]

# END WordPress

Go ahead and upload your newly created .htaccess file. Then refresh your site in your browser, and check to see whether the error message is showing.

9. Look for coding or syntax errors in your CGI/Perl script.

If you’re running Common Gateway Interface (CGI) scripts, any coding errors you’ve made could result in a 500 error. To unearth potential issues with your CGI scripts, log into your site using Secure Shell Access (SSH).

Once you’ve logged in, you can troubleshoot your CGI with this command:

[server]$ ./cgi_name.cgi

The terminal should return a general error message and the line number the culprit is located on. From there, you can work your coding magic!

When working with CGI, there are a few best practices to keep in mind to avoid problems. First, it’s wise to use a plain text editor to ensure that you maintain ASCII format. When you upload scripts, you should also be able to select ASCII mode in your FTP client.

Finally, if necessary, upload to the cgi-bin directory on your server. Then you can double-check your files’ permissions once you have them uploaded.

10. Ask your web host about potential server issues.

If all else fails, there may be a server issue, which only your host can confirm. Unfortunately, if your host’s server is experiencing a problem, you may have to wait out some website downtime.

If you’re a DreamHost client, you can check the DreamHost Status page. This resource provides you with information on all of our services.

If you run into any problems while trying to repair the 500 internal server error, you can always reach out to our tech support team. They’re ready and waiting to lend you a hand! If you’ve followed the tips in this guide, you’ll have plenty of valuable information for the technician.

Additional WordPress Error Reading

Want to learn more about fixing common WordPress errors? We’ve put together several tutorials to help you if you encounter any other issues.

• How to Fix Syntax Errors in WordPress
• How to Fix the WordPress Not Sending Email Issue
• How to Fix the Error Establishing Database Connection in WordPress
• How to Fix WordPress Error 404 Not Found
• How to Fix the Sidebar Below Content Error in WordPress

Let’s Get Your WordPress Website Back on Track

While having to sort out a 500 internal server error isn’t exactly fun, it’s also not as painful as you might imagine. With a little patience and the tips we’ve provided, you should be able to make some progress on getting your website back online.

You can start small by refreshing your page and clearing your browser cache. Then you might want to move onto more involved fixes, such as increasing your PHP memory limit. If you’re not able to resolve the error on your own, DreamHost’s award-winning tech support is just a click away.

When you do run into errors, it’s easier to get back up and running when you have a reliable hosting provider. DreamPress is fast, secure WordPress hosting with powerful features to help make your site a success!

WordPress (WP) вырос до одной из самых популярных систем управления контентом, доступных сегодня. Благодаря универсальности и большой базе поддержки, WordPress доверяют блоггеры и корпорации, – к тому же установка данной CMS бесплатна! Тем не менее иногда в WP возникают ошибки, которые трудно исправить, несмотря на использование всей доступной документации. Одна из таких ошибок: “WordPress 500 Internal Server Error.”
 

Включение режима отладки для исправления ошибки WordPress 500 Internal Server Error.

Отладка ошибки всегда является частью работы с PHP. WordPress поставляется со своими собственными системами для упрощения процесса. Вы можете включить отладку в WordPress подключившись к вашему серверу по FTP/SFTP или SSH и отредактировав файл wp-config.php, просто добавив перед строкой /* That’s all, stop editing! Happy blogging. */ такие директивы:

define(‘WP_DEBUG’, true);

define(‘WP_DEBUG_LOG’, true);

WP_DEBUG – это константа РНР, которая переключает WordPress в режим отладки.

WP_DEBUG_LOG – обеспечивает сохранение всех ошибок в файл лога, называемые debug.log

В идеале у Вас должен быть такой код в вашем файле wp-config.php:

включение режима WP_DEBUG:

define( ‘WP_DEBUG’, true );

включение отладочного логирования в файл /wp-content/debug.log

define( ‘WP_DEBUG_LOG’, true );

отключение отображения ошибок и предупреждений:

define( ‘WP_DEBUG_DISPLAY’, false );

@ini_set( ‘display_errors’, 0 );

Используйте dev-версии основных JS-файлов и CSS-файлов (требуется только при изменении этих основных файлов)

define( ‘SCRIPT_DEBUG’, true ); 

Увеличьте php memory limit в WP для исправления ошибки Internal Server Error 

Одной из наиболее распространённых причин ошибки “500 Internal Server Error” является превышение параметра рнр memory limit. Этот параметр стандартно устанавливается в файле php.ini, который вы можете в нём увеличить и перезапустить сервер Apache/PHP-FPM. Либо можете добавить следующую строку в вашем файле wp-config.php:

define(‘WP_MEMORY_LIMIT’, ’64M’);

В случае, если ваше приложение конфликтует с другими активными плагинами и “тяжёлой” темой, то вы можете там увеличить это значение.

Создайте файл new.htaccess

Файл .htaccess может быть легко повреждён при загрузке плохого плагина или ручных изменений. Подключитесь к своему серверу через FTP/SFTP или SSH и переименуйте его в файл .htaccess.BAK или .htaccess.CORRUPTED. После этого создайте new.htaccess с его основными установками.

Деактивируйте все плагины WordPress для исправления ошибки

Если ни один из этих подходов не сработал, то вам может помочь деактивация всех плагинов WordPress. Зайдите в панель управления WordPress, перейдите в раздел Plugins и деактивируйте их одновременно. После чего обновите страницу сайта и проверьте устранена ли ошибка.

Если у вас нет доступа в панель управления WordPress, то деактивируйте плагины через доступ FTP/SFTP или SSH. Подключитесь к серверу, перейдите в папку wp-content и переименуйте папку plugins в plugins.DEACTIVATED. Либо зайдите в эту папку и переименуйте плагины по одному. Не забудьте вернуть изменения после устранения ошибки.

В случае успеха один из этих способов поможет исправить ошибку WordPress 500 Internal Server Error. Если ошибка не исправлена, то свяжитесь с техподдержкой своего хостинг-провайдера.

WordPress Toolkit для Plesk Onyx -скажи прощай ошибке “500 internal server error”

Надеемся наша статья помогла и улучшила ваше понимание WordPress. Вы можете сделать свой сайт на WordPress быстрее и более надёжным используя расширение WordPress Toolkit для Plesk Onyx. Оно доступно как часть платформы Plesk Onyx для вашего виртуального или выделенного сервера. Plesk разработал его для упрощения обычного обслуживания и таких часто используемых задач, как конфигурирование, а также для облегчения решения проблем с WordPress , в том числе ошибки “500 Internal Server Error”.

Перевод: Сергея Гордеева

Оригинал

The 500 Internal Server Error is arguably the most frustrating error you can experience with WordPress because it can literally mean just about anything. That’s not to say you can’t fix it—you can, and one of the solutions below should help you get your site back up and running.

There are a few common causes, such as having a corrupted .htaccess file, exceeding your PHP memory limit, and having improper file permissions. There are less common causes, too, including issues with your plugins or server.

Unfortunately, there’s no straightforward, 5-minute fix. Solving your 500 internal server error will require troubleshooting that will take time and patience. Typically, fixing this cryptic error will help you determine what actually caused it.

To help you, I’ve put together this troubleshooting guide. Start with the first potential fix—creating a new .htaccess file—and work through each solution before moving onto the next possible fix.

What is a 500 Internal Server Error?

When you visit a site, your browser sends a request to the site’s server. The server processes the request and sends back the resources to display the page, along with an HTTP header, which includes an HTTP status code.

The status code tells your browser the status of the request. For example, a 200 status code means smooth sailing—everything is OK. But if you get a 500 status code, it means something went wrong, and the server isn’t quite sure what went wrong.

Basically, the 500 internal server error code is a generic “catch-all” that means the server encountered an unexpected condition that prevented it from fulfilling the request.

There are several different types of 500 status error codes, which all mean something different, such as 501 Not Implemented, 502 Bad Gateway, 503 Service Unavailable, and 504 Gateway Timeout.

Naming Variations for 500 Internal Server Errors

There are many variations of the 500 internal server error message, depending on the many web servers and browsers available. The website you’re visiting might also have its own custom page for these errors.

Here are several variations of what you might see:

• 500 Internal Server Error
• Internal Server Error
• 500 Internal server error
• Error 500
• HTTP Error 500
• HTTP Error 500 – Internal Server Error
• Temporary Error (500)

No matter which of these (or other variations) you see, they all mean the same thing—something has gone wrong and the server doesn’t know what’s happened.

How to Fix the 500 Internal Server Error

Like I mentioned above, this error indicates that something went wrong, but what the cause is a mystery. With resolving these errors, you essentially need to work backward—find the fix first and then you’ll know what caused the error.

Generally, 500 errors happen due to an issue on the server, but they can also happen due to some kind of client-side issue. So we’ll work through a number of different solutions below that involve both.

Create a Backup First

The fixes below involve tinkering with your site under the hood, i.e. making changes to your site’s root directory. So it’s critical you run a backup.

And if you don’t already have a backup plugin or some other solution in place, it’s high time you got one!

Some of my favorite tools include BackUpWordPress, VaultPress, and BackupBuddy. If you’re interested in database backups, check out WP Migrate DB Pro or simply use WP-CLI to run quick exports.

If you’re with a web host that offers backups, that’s great. But I’d recommend having your own solution that you can quickly access in an emergency without having to go through your host.

1. Check Your .htaccess File

If your site is hosted on a server running Apache, there’s a chance your .htaccess file is corrupted. This can happen after installing plugins or making other changes to your site.

It’s an easy fix. All you need to do is replace your corrupted .htaccess file with a new one.

Usually, all you need to do to create a new .htaccess file is to re-save your permalinks settings in the WordPress dashboard. But if your site is down, it’s likely you can’t log in to your site, ruling out this option.

So you’ll need to use FTP or cPanel to access your site’s files and locate your .htaccess file. For a step-by-step walkthrough on how to do this with FTP and cPanel, check out What is .htaccess and How to Use it With WordPress.

Before you go replacing your old .htaccess file with a new one, create a backup of your name. To do this, simply rename your existing file something like .htaccess-old. WordPress will then stop recognizing this file.

Refresh your site and if it loads properly, you know your .htaccess file has caused the 500 error. Now, revert your .htaccess file to its proper name—the issue will return, but now we’re going to fix it.

For WP Rocket users, you’ll need to be especially careful of what you do next with your .htaccess file because it contains performance optimization rules that you shouldn’t mess around with. So check out Resolve 500 Internal Server Error for what to do next.

If you’re not a WP Rocket user (what’s going on!?), create a new .htaccess file that includes the following, and then upload it to your site’s root directory:

These are the rules shown in the image above:

#BEGIN WordPress
RewriteEngine On
RewriteBase /
RewriteRule ^index.php$ - [L]
RewriteCond %{REQUEST_FILENAME} !-f
RewriteCond %{REQUEST_FILENAME} !-d
RewriteRule . /index.php [L]
#END WordPress

2. Increase PHP Memory limit

The cause of your 500 error could be that you’re hitting your PHP memory limit. This often happens due to poorly-coded plugins, when a site is using a lot of plugins, or when a site is using resource-intensive plugins.

All you need to do to fix this issue is increase the PHP memory limit for your site. There are a few different ways you can do this that involve updating your .htaccess file, php.ini file, or wp-config.php file.

For each of the three memory fixes below, don’t forget to refresh your site to check if it’s working so you know what’s causing your 500 internal server error.

1. Increase PHP Memory Limit in .htaccess File

Find your .htaccess file in the root directory of your site and add the following line:

php_value memory_limit 256M

This will increase your memory limit to 256 MB. If you can’t find your .htaccess, make sure you’re able to view hidden files. And if you don’t have an .htaccess file, create a new one and paste in the line above.

2. Increase PHP Memory Limit in php.ini File

You’ll find your php.ini file in the wp-admin folder in your root directory. Open it up and look for the line that starts with “memory_limit.” If it shows 64 MB or lower, replace it with this line:

memory_limit = 256M

If you can’t find your php.ini file (make sure you’ve got “show hidden files” enabled), then you’ll need to create a new file, paste in the line above, name it php.ini and save it to your wp-admin folder.

3. Increase PHP Memory Limit in wp-config.php File

If updating your .htaccess and php.ini files didn’t work, you can try increasing the memory limit in your wp-config.php file.

Add the following line to your wp-config.php file just before the “happy blogging” line:

define('WP_MEMORY_LIMIT', '256M');

Save the file and refresh your site. If it still isn’t working and you have a sneaking suspicion your plugins could be pushing your PHP memory limits, get in touch with your web host about increasing your memory on the server side.

3. Audit Your Plugins

Plugins can also cause 500 internal server errors. This includes outdated plugins causing compatibility issues and even new plugins that have been coded poorly. You might even find that you get the 500 error immediately after installing a new plugin.

To find out which, if any, of your plugins is causing your error, you’ll need to bulk deactivate your plugins and reactivate them one at a time.

If you’re unable to access your WordPress dashboard, FTP into your server and open your wp-content folder, find your plugins folder and rename it something like plugins-old—this will effectively deactivate all of your plugins.

Then refresh your site. If it starts working, the cause of your 500 error is one of your plugins.

The next step is identifying which plugin is the culprit. To do this, rename your plugins folder back to “plugins” and then go into the folder and rename each individual plugin folder, one-by-one until you’re able to refresh your site and it works again.

When you find the offending plugin, get in touch with the plugin developer for help.

4. Check File Permissions

If none of the above has worked, you could have an issue with file permissions. Files in your WordPress directory should be set to 755 or 644 and when they’re mistakenly or accidentally set to anything else it can set off a 500 error.

To check your file permissions, FTP into your server and check your site’s directory. Here, I’m using Filezilla to access my test site and as you can see my permissions are set to 755 for folders and 644 for everything else.

The WordPress Codex recommends the following file permissions:

• All directories should be 755 or 750.
• All files should be 644 or 640. (The exception being wp-config.php, which you can set to 440 or 400 to prevent other users on the server from reading it.)
• Directories should never be set to 777.

If you find that a certain file has the wrong permission, just right-click it in your FTP program to access file permissions and update it to the appropriate number.

Check out How to make system files (.htaccess, wp-config.php) writeable to learn more about updating file permissions.

5. Reinstall WordPress Core Files

It’s not unusual for WordPress core files to become corrupted, especially on older sites that have been customized and updated many times.

To fix this issues, you’ll need to replace your core WordPress files with fresh ones. There’s no need to re-install WordPress—simply download the latest version of WordPress and unzip the file. FTP into your site’s root directory and upload the wp-admin and wp-includes folders from the zip file you just downloaded, overwriting the older versions.

Doing it this way, you won’t overwrite your plugins and themes.

Refresh your site. If the 500 error has disappeared, you’ve pinpointed the cause—corrupted core files.

6. Contact Your Web Host

If you’re still getting the 500 internal server error after working through each of the fixes above, it’s time to contact your web host. Your host’s server logs might be able to shed some light on what’s causing the error so it can be resolved.

Rather than skip the above and go straight to your host for help, it’s a good idea to investigate the cause of your error first. This way, you can provide your host with a rundown of what you’ve tried, so your error isn’t simply dismissed as an issue with your site’s files.

This is particularly true if you’re on cheaper shared hosting. If you’re on managed WordPress hosting, it’s usually the case that your host will help you pinpoint and fix you 500 internal server error.

Wrapping Up

This is by no means an exhaustive list of 500 internal server error fixes. What’s causing your particular issue could be just about anything. But this list will give you a head start on fixing and finding the cause (in that order!).

Lastly, don’t forget to back up your site before updating files in your root directory. If you make a change that impacts your site, you’ll be able to quickly revert to a previous backup.

Have you experienced a 500 internal server error? How did you fix it? Let us know in the comments below!