How to Fix Permission Denied Errors in cPanel

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Understanding 403 Forbidden

Permission issue: Server refuses access due to file/folder permissions.

Check Current Permissions

File Manager → Right-click → Change Permissions → Note current values.

Correct Permission Settings

Standard Values

  • Folders: 755
  • Files: 644
  • wp-config.php: 600 (recommended)

Fix in File Manager

Select folder → Change Permissions → Apply to directories/files recursively.

Common Causes Table

CauseSolution
Too restrictive (e.g., 600 on folders)Set 755
Wrong ownershipContact host (shared hosting)
Index Manager set to No IndexingAllow indexing or add index file


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