How to troubleshoot a 403 Forbidden error
What 403 means
A 403 error means the server understood the request but is not allowing access.
Common checks
- Check file and folder permissions.
- Make sure an index file exists.
- Review .htaccess rules.
- Check IP blocker or security plugins.
- Confirm the file is in the correct folder.
Support information
Send the affected URL and any recent changes when raising a ticket.