This guide explains how to change the memory_limit in .htaccess file as it is necessary to allocate more memory to PHP processes, preventing errors caused by scripts exceeding the default memory allocation.
To change the memory_limit in your .htaccess file, follow these steps:
- Access your website’s root directory through cPanel File Manager or through FTP.
- Look for the .htaccess file. If it’s not visible, enable the option to view hidden files (dotfiles).
- Open the .htaccess file in a text editor.
- Add or update the following line:
php_value memory_limit 256M
Replace 256M with the desired memory limit (e.g., 128M, 512M, etc.).
- Save the changes to the .htaccess file.
- Upload the modified file back to your server (if using FTP).
- Test your website to ensure it functions correctly.
- Verify the memory limit using a PHP script. Create a file named phpinfo.php in your root directory with the following content:
<?php phpinfo(); ?>
- Access the script in your browser (e.g., http://yourdomain.com/phpinfo.php) and check the “memory_limit” value.
Notes
- If your server uses suPHP or FastCGI, the .htaccess approach might not work. In such cases, modify the php.ini or .user.ini file instead.
- Ensure you have the necessary permissions to update the .htaccess file.
This guide will help you learn how to change the memory_limit in the .htaccess file. If you need further assistance, feel free to contact our support team.