Why does my WordPress site need more PHP memory?

If your WordPress site runs out of PHP memory, you may see errors like “Allowed memory size exhausted.” Increasing PHP memory ensures smoother performance, especially for resource-heavy plugins and themes.

Can I increase PHP memory limit without contacting my host?

Yes, in many cases you can update the PHP memory limit yourself via the wp-config.php file or .htaccess file. However, some hosting environments may restrict changes, in which case contacting your host is necessary.

What is the recommended PHP memory limit for WordPress?

For most websites, setting the PHP memory limit to 256M is sufficient. Large or complex sites with many plugins may benefit from 512M or more to prevent errors and improve performance.

Why does my WordPress site need more PHP memory?

If your WordPress site runs out of PHP memory, you may see errors like “Allowed memory size exhausted.” Increasing PHP memory ensures smoother performance, especially for resource-heavy plugins and themes.

Can I increase PHP memory limit without contacting my host?

Yes, in many cases you can update the PHP memory limit yourself via the wp-config.php file or .htaccess file. However, some hosting environments may restrict changes, in which case contacting your host is necessary.

What is the recommended PHP memory limit for WordPress?

For most websites, setting the PHP memory limit to 256M is sufficient. Large or complex sites with many plugins may benefit from 512M or more to prevent errors and improve performance.