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Troubleshooting Common WordPress Login Issues

Logging into your WordPress site should be simple, but sometimes issues arise that prevent access. Here are some common login problems and how to fix them.

1. Incorrect Username or Password

Solution:

  • Double-check your login details.
  • Reset your password by clicking "Lost your password?" on the login page.
  • If the reset email doesn’t arrive, reset the password via phpMyAdmin in your hosting account.

2. Locked Out Due to Too Many Login Attempts

Solution:

  • Wait a few minutes and try again.
  • If you’re using a security plugin that blocks multiple failed attempts, disable it via FTP or phpMyAdmin.

3. White Screen or Login Page Refreshing

Solution:

  • Clear your browser cache and cookies.
  • Disable plugins by renaming the plugins folder in wp-content via FTP.
  • Switch to a default theme (like Twenty Twenty-Four) by renaming your current theme folder in wp-content/themes.

4. 403 Forbidden Error

Solution:

  • Check file permissions via FTP. Set folders to 755 and files to 644.
  • Disable security plugins temporarily via FTP.
  • Contact your hosting provider if the issue persists.

Final Tip: Always Keep Backups

Before making changes, always back up your website.

By following these steps, you should be able to regain access to your WordPress site quickly!