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How do I add two-factor authentication to WordPress?
Two-factor authentication (2FA) adds a second step at login, so a stolen password is not...
How do I back up my WordPress site?
You have two easy options on Toshost.cPanel backup: log in to cPanel, open Backup or Backup...
How do I change my WordPress site URL?
The easiest way is to log in to WordPress admin, go to Settings > General, and update both the...
How do I change my WordPress theme from the database?
If you can't reach the dashboard, switch themes in phpMyAdmin. First, know the folder name of a...
How do I change the WordPress admin email?
To change the main site email, log in to WordPress and go to Settings > General, update the...
How do I clean a hacked WordPress site?
Act quickly. First, change your cPanel, WordPress admin, FTP, and database passwords, then take a...
How do I clear the WordPress cache?
Clearing cache forces visitors to see your latest changes. The exact steps depend on your caching...
How do I disable all plugins without logging in?
When you're locked out, disable plugins through cPanel's File Manager.Log in to cPanel and open...
How do I duplicate or clone a WordPress site?
Cloning copies your whole site (files and database) to a new location, perfect for staging or a...
How do I enable caching in WordPress (LiteSpeed Cache)?
Toshost runs LiteSpeed, so the LiteSpeed Cache plugin is the best choice for WordPress.In your...
How do I enable debug mode in WordPress?
Debug mode logs PHP errors so you can find what's breaking. Edit wp-config.php.In cPanel's File...
How do I fix "Error establishing a database connection" in WordPress?
This means WordPress can't reach its database. Check the credentials in wp-config.php first.In...
How do I fix "too many redirects" in WordPress?
This loop usually comes from mismatched site URLs or a redirect plugin fighting your SSL...
How do I fix WordPress not sending emails? (SMTP)
WordPress emails often fail because the default PHP mail function lands in spam or is blocked....
How do I fix WordPress permalinks returning 404?
Pretty permalinks 404 when rewrite rules aren't applied. The quickest fix is to re-save them.Log...
How do I fix image upload (HTTP) errors in WordPress?
An "HTTP error" when uploading images usually comes from low PHP limits or a server image library...
How do I fix missed scheduled posts in WordPress?
Missed schedules happen when WordPress's wp-cron does not fire, usually on low-traffic sites...
How do I fix mixed content warnings in WordPress?
Mixed content happens when a page loads over https but some images, scripts or links still use...
How do I fix the WordPress "white screen of death" or 500 error?
This usually comes from a faulty plugin, theme, or low memory. Work through these in order.Check...
How do I get out of WordPress maintenance mode?
If your site is stuck saying "Briefly unavailable for scheduled maintenance," an interrupted...
How do I harden WordPress security with .htaccess?
Editing your .htaccess file in public_html (via cPanel File Manager) adds server-level...
How do I increase WordPress memory limit?
Add a single line to wp-config.php to give WordPress more memory.In cPanel's File Manager, open...
How do I increase the WordPress upload size limit?
If "file exceeds the maximum upload size" appears, raise the limit in cPanel's PHP settings.In...
How do I install WordPress manually (without Softaculous)?
You can install WordPress by hand in a few steps using cPanel.Download the latest WordPress from...
How do I install WordPress?
The fastest way is the one-click installer in cPanel.Log in to cPanel from your client area.Open...
How do I limit login attempts / stop brute force on WordPress?
Brute-force attacks hammer wp-login.php with password guesses. Limiting attempts stops...
How do I log in to my WordPress dashboard?
Go to yourdomain.com/wp-admin (or yourdomain.com/wp-login.php) in your browser and enter the...
How do I migrate my existing WordPress site to Toshost?
You can move your site yourself or let us help. The plugin route is simplest.Install WordPress on...
How do I move WordPress from a subfolder to the root domain?
You can serve a WordPress install from a subfolder (like /blog) at the root without moving...
How do I move WordPress from http to https?
Your free SSL is included, so this is mostly a settings change.Confirm SSL is active in cPanel...
How do I move WordPress to a new domain?
The cleanest method is a migration plugin like All-in-One WP Migration or Duplicator: export the...
How do I optimize the WordPress database?
Optimizing removes bloat (post revisions, spam comments, transients, orphaned data) so your site...
How do I reset my WordPress admin password?
The easiest way is the Lost your password? link on the login page, which emails you a reset...
How do I secure my WordPress site against hackers?
Most hacks exploit outdated software and weak passwords, so start there.Keep WordPress core,...
How do I set up a WordPress staging site?
A staging site is a private copy where you can test updates and changes safely before they go...
How do I speed up my WordPress website?
On Toshost's LiteSpeed servers the biggest win is the free LiteSpeed Cache plugin.Install and...
How do I stop WordPress comment spam?
Reduce spam with a few built-in and plugin settings.In Settings > Discussion, require comments...
How do I update WordPress, themes and plugins safely?
Always back up first, then update from the dashboard. A quick backup means fewer surprises.Create...
How do I use Cloudflare CDN with WordPress?
Cloudflare caches your content worldwide and adds security in front of your site. To set it...
Which PHP version should I use for WordPress?
Use the latest stable PHP version that WordPress officially supports, which is generally PHP 8.1,...
