How to Fix Critical Error in WordPress
It is one best common issue that you can face at any time, yes, I am talking about the critical error in WordPress. This error can be caused due a number of reason. But I think the following two reasons are main that I have faced in my 7+ years of experience with WordPress.
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The common reasons of Critical Error in WordPress are —
- Syntax Error
- Plugin Code Conflict
WordPress is basically developed with PHP programming language. If your theme contains any php syntax error, then you can face the critical error.
If there is conflict of your theme with any activated plugin, the critical error can be caused.
How to fix the Critical Error issue
First of all, I highly recommend to make the WP_DEBUG true. to do this, you have to access to your wp-config.php file. You can use a ftp account or access using cpanel. Then simply make the WP_DEBUG true.
As a result, it will show the reason of generating the critical error. Then you have to follow the instruction to fix it.
Syntax Error: If it shows the syntax error, it will includes the file name and number. So, follow the instruction and fix the issue.
Plugin Conflict: In this case, rename your plugins folder name like plugins_old. Then, you will find that the critical error is gone. Now, reinstall your plugins and check them one by one. Finally, find out the plugin that is responsible for creating the critical error.
Finally, remove the plugin and choose a better alternative.
