Database connection errors in WordPress can prevent your site from loading. This guide outlines how to troubleshoot and fix database connection issues.
- Verify Database Credentials:
- Check the database credentials in your
wp-config.php
file to ensure they are correct. Update them if necessary:
define('DB_NAME', 'database_name_here'); define('DB_USER', 'username_here'); define('DB_PASSWORD', 'password_here'); define('DB_HOST', 'localhost');
- Check the database credentials in your
- Check Database Server Status:
- Ensure that your database server is running. Contact your hosting provider if you suspect server issues.
- Repair the Database:
- Use the WordPress database repair tool by adding the following line to your
wp-config.php
file:
define('WP_ALLOW_REPAIR', true);
- Visit
http://yourdomain.com/wp-admin/maint/repair.php
to repair and optimize the database.
- Use the WordPress database repair tool by adding the following line to your
- Check for Corrupt Files:
- Replace the core WordPress files with fresh copies from the official WordPress repository to rule out file corruption.
- Consult Hosting Provider:
- Contact your hosting provider for assistance if the issue persists or if you encounter server-related problems.
By following these steps, you can troubleshoot and resolve database connection errors in WordPress.