How to Fix the 500 Internal Server Error on Your WordPress Website

This is one of the most frustrating errors that can occur in WordPress.

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1. Backing Up Your Site
2. Using an FTP Client

Common Solutions for the 500 Internal Server Error

1. Creating a New .htaccess File
2. Increasing Your PHP Memory Limit in WordPress

Less Common Solutions for the 500 Internal Server Error

1. Deactivating Plugins
2. Debugging Your WordPress Website
3. Checking File Permissions

Uploading Fresh Versions of wp-admin and wp-includes to Your Site

Contacting Your Host – Finally!!!