How to Safely Disable All Code Snippets in WordPress

Disable All Code Snippets to troubleshoot what went wrong. There are times when the Code Snippets plugin may cause issues on your website, leading to fatal errors. This tutorial will guide you through the process of safely disabling all code snippets on your WordPress site, allowing you to troubleshoot and rectify any issues caused by a problematic snippet. After following this tutorial by Web Squadron, you will be able to regain access to your WordPress site and methodically address the problem at hand.

Steps to Disable All Code Snippets

1. Access your File Manager
   Depending on your hosting provider, you may need to access your cPanel or File Manager. For this tutorial, we will be using SiteGround as an example.
2. Navigate to the WordPress Files
   In your File Manager, navigate to the public HTML folder of your website. Here, you will find a file named wp-config.php.
3. Edit the wp-config.php File
   Scroll down to the bottom of the wp-config.php file. You should see a line that says “That’s all, stop editing! Happy publishing.” or “That’s all, stop editing! Happy blogging.” depending on your WordPress version.
4. Insert the Code Snippet
   Before the line mentioned above, paste the following code:

   define( 'CODE_SNIPPETS_SAFE_MODE', true );

   This code will disable all code snippets on your WordPress site.

5. Save the Changes
   After inserting the code, save the changes to the wp-config.php file. Please remember to back up your website before making any changes to the wp-config.php file.

Deactivate Code Snippets to Troubleshoot

Understanding how to safely disable all code snippets on your WordPress site is a crucial skill for any WordPress user. It allows you to troubleshoot issues caused by code snippets without risking further damage to your site. Moreover, it provides you with the ability to methodically identify and rectify problematic snippets, ensuring the smooth operation of your website.

Use Cases for this Tutorial

This tutorial is particularly useful in situations where a code snippet has caused a fatal error on your WordPress site. By disabling all code snippets, you can regain access to your site and identify the problematic snippet. This is especially helpful for WordPress developers and designers who frequently use code snippets to customize their sites.

Common Issues

1. Unable to Access File Manager
   Depending on your hosting provider, you may have difficulty accessing your File Manager or cPanel. In such cases, contact your hosting provider for assistance.
2. Unable to Find wp-config.php File
   If you cannot locate the wp-config.php file, ensure that you are in the public HTML folder of your website.
3. Website Still Not Accessible After Disabling Code Snippets
   If your website is still not accessible after disabling all code snippets, the issue may be caused by something other than a code snippet. In this case, further troubleshooting may be required.