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Website Errors, Explained Plainly

No jargon, no upsell disguised as an explanation. What each error actually means, what usually causes it, and what to check before you call anyone (including us).

WordPress error

There Has Been a Critical Error on This Website

The single most common message a WordPress site shows right before it stops working.

WordPress error

Error Establishing a Database Connection

Your site went from working to a blank page with one line of text. Here is what is really going on.

HTTP status code

HTTP 403, 404, 502 and 503, Explained

Four different numbers, four different problems. Here is how to tell them apart.

Browser error

SSL Cipher Mismatch and "Too Many Redirects," Explained

Two of the most confusing browser errors a site owner can see, neither one means your site is hacked.

Site down

My Website Is Down: How to Check Why

Before you assume the worst, run through this in order. It takes two minutes.

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