How to fix WordPress files and folders permissions

This article will guide you through how to fix WordPress files and folders permissions with ServPress.
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Why is fixing permissions necessary?

Sometimes, WordPress permissions for files and folders won’t be set correctly, rendering you to install plugins/themes, update them, update your site and even uploading new media. There are many reasons for this to happen, from a small bug in a plugin to a malicious third party trying to lock you out of your website.

Whatever caused it to happen, you can fix it easily with ServPress.

Steps to fix permissions with ServPress

Click on the “Website Tools” menu on the website that’s giving you trouble, and then click on Fix permissions.

Wait for a bit, and a message will appear telling you that your permissions are fixed. That’s it!

Do you have more questions?

Join our community today and feel free to ask about ServPress.

We’ll do our best to help you out.

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