{"id":124,"date":"2024-02-19T12:52:07","date_gmt":"2024-02-19T12:52:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/?p=124"},"modified":"2024-02-19T12:52:09","modified_gmt":"2024-02-19T12:52:09","slug":"err-too-many-redirects","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/err-too-many-redirects\/","title":{"rendered":"A Comprehensive Guide : Resolving the &#8220;ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS&#8221; Issue in WordPress"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you&#8217;ve ever encountered the dreaded &#8220;ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS&#8221; error on your WordPress website, you know how frustrating it can be. This error typically occurs when there is a misconfiguration in your website&#8217;s settings, leading to an infinite loop of redirects that browsers can&#8217;t handle. Fortunately, resolving this issue is usually straightforward once you identify the root cause. In this blog post, we&#8217;ll walk through common causes of the &#8220;ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS&#8221; error and provide step-by-step solutions to get your WordPress site back on track.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"726\" src=\"https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS-error-in-chrome-e1708338427537-1024x726.png\" alt=\"ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS-error-in-chrome\" class=\"wp-image-128\" style=\"width:464px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS-error-in-chrome-e1708338427537-1024x726.png 1024w, https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS-error-in-chrome-e1708338427537-300x213.png 300w, https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS-error-in-chrome-e1708338427537-768x545.png 768w, https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS-error-in-chrome-e1708338427537.png 1490w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li ><a href=\"#what-is-err-too-many-redirects\">What is &#8220;ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS&#8221;<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#what-causes-err-too-many-redirects-in-word-press\">What Causes ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS In WordPress<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#how-to-solve-the-err-too-many-redirects-error\">How To Solve The \u201cERR Too Many Redirects\u201d Error<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-err-too-many-redirects\">What is &#8220;ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS&#8221;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The &#8220;ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS&#8221; error is a common issue encountered when browsing websites, and it indicates that the web page is stuck in a redirection loop. In other words, the browser is being redirected multiple times, and this process doesn&#8217;t seem to have an endpoint, leading to the error message.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This problem often arises due to misconfigurations in the website&#8217;s settings, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orissawebhosting.in\/vps-hosting\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.orissawebhosting.in\/vps-hosting\/\">server<\/a>, or content management system. In the context of WordPress, which is a popular content management system, the error can occur for various reasons, such as incorrect URL settings, problems with the .htaccess file, or conflicts with plugins.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"622\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/err_too_many_redirects-okta.png\" alt=\"err_too_many_redirects\" class=\"wp-image-131\" style=\"width:430px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/err_too_many_redirects-okta.png 622w, https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/err_too_many_redirects-okta-300x205.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 622px) 100vw, 622px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-causes-err-too-many-redirects-in-word-press\">What Causes ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS In WordPress<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The &#8220;ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS&#8221; error in WordPress can occur due to various reasons, and it usually indicates a misconfiguration in the website settings or server environment. Here are some common causes:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Understanding-ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS-06-1024x536.jpg\" alt=\"Understanding-ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS\" class=\"wp-image-130\" style=\"width:535px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Understanding-ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS-06-1024x536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Understanding-ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS-06-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Understanding-ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS-06-768x402.jpg 768w, https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Understanding-ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS-06-1536x804.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Understanding-ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS-06-2048x1072.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orissawebhosting.in\/unlimited-orissa-web-hosting\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.orissawebhosting.in\/unlimited-orissa-web-hosting\/\">WordPress<\/a> Address (URL) and Site Address (URL) settings in your WordPress dashboard do not match your actual website URL, it can lead to a redirection loop.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The .htaccess file is a crucial configuration file for Apache web servers. Incorrect rules or configurations in this file may result in too many redirects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If your website has an SSL certificate, misconfigurations related to SSL settings or mixed content issues (HTTP and HTTPS content on the same page) can cause redirection problems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some plugins may interfere with the normal functioning of your website, leading to too many redirects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Server misconfigurations, particularly in the virtual host settings or server-level redirections, can cause redirection loops.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-solve-the-err-too-many-redirects-error\">How To Solve The \u201cERR Too Many Redirects\u201d Error<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Resolving the &#8220;ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS&#8221; error is essential for ensuring that your website functions correctly. This error typically indicates a misconfiguration in your website settings or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orissawebhosting.in\/vps-hosting\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.orissawebhosting.in\/vps-hosting\/\">server<\/a>. Here&#8217;s a step-by-step guide to help you solve the &#8220;ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS&#8221; error<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"847\" height=\"412\" src=\"https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/1543822084_error_too_many_redirects.jpg\" alt=\"error_too_many_redirects\" class=\"wp-image-127\" style=\"width:572px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/1543822084_error_too_many_redirects.jpg 847w, https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/1543822084_error_too_many_redirects-300x146.jpg 300w, https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/1543822084_error_too_many_redirects-768x374.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 847px) 100vw, 847px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Clear Browser Cache:<\/strong> Start by clearing your browser cache and cookies. Cached redirects may contribute to the issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Check WordPress Address (URL) and Site Address (URL):<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Log in to your WordPress dashboard.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Navigate to Settings &gt; General.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure that the WordPress Address (URL) and Site Address (URL) match your actual website URL.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Save changes if you make any updates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Review .htaccess File:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Access your website&#8217;s root directory via FTP or cPanel File Manager.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Locate and open the .htaccess file in a text editor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check for any suspicious or incorrect rules.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure that the file contains the default WordPress rules<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remove or correct any additional rules causing the issue.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Check SSL\/HTTPS Settings:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If your website uses SSL, ensure that the SSL settings are correctly configured.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check that the WordPress Address (URL) and Site Address (URL) include &#8216;https:\/\/.&#8217;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Resolve any mixed content issues (HTTP and HTTPS content on the same page).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Deactivate Plugins:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Deactivate all plugins on your WordPress site.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check if the error persists.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If the error disappears, reactivate each plugin one by one to identify the problematic one.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Update or replace the problematic plugin.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Review Server Configurations:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check for server misconfigurations, especially in the virtual host settings or server-level redirections.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure that server settings align with your WordPress setup.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Update Site URL in the Database:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Access your WordPress database using phpMyAdmin or a similar tool provided by your hosting provider. Locate the wp_options table and look for rows with the option_name &#8216;siteurl&#8217; and &#8216;home&#8217;. Ensure that their option_values match your website&#8217;s URL. Update them if necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Verify Browser Redirects:<\/strong> Check if there are any browser-level redirects set up that could contribute to the issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By systematically going through these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the &#8220;ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS&#8221; error on your WordPress website. Always back up your site before making significant changes to avoid data loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"conclusion\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Resolving the &#8220;ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS&#8221; issue in WordPress requires a systematic approach to identify and address the underlying causes. By following the steps outlined in this post, you can troubleshoot and fix the problem, ensuring a smooth and error-free experience for your website visitors. If the issue persists, consider seeking assistance from your hosting provider or consulting with a WordPress developer for more advanced troubleshooting.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you&#8217;ve ever encountered the dreaded &#8220;ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS&#8221; error on your<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-124","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-tutorials"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/124"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=124"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/124\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":132,"href":"https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/124\/revisions\/132"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=124"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=124"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/orissawebhosting.in\/knowledgebase\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=124"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}