Permission errors can be caused by ownership, the wrong directory, or application requirements. Making every file writable is not a suitable general fix.
Steps
- Note the file path and exact error reported by the website or upload tool.
- Check the path in File Manager and compare permissions with the application documentation.
- For ordinary website files, 644 for files and 755 for directories are common starting points, but account-specific ownership and application requirements matter.
- Change only the affected item, test again, and ask Support if ownership or server-level access appears incorrect.
Good to know
Avoid applying 777 recursively. Configuration files containing database credentials may require tighter protection. Keep a backup before changing permissions across a large directory tree.
Need help? Open a support ticket and include your domain and the step where you need assistance. Never include your password.
