What does it mean when it says database error?
The error establishing a database connection error basically means that for some reason or another the PHP code was unable to connect to your MySQL database to retrieve the information it needs to fully build that page.
What causes database errors?
Hardware failures may include memory errors, disk crashes, bad disk sectors, and disk full of errors among others. Hardware failures can also be attributed to design errors, inadequate or poor quality control during fabrication, overloading (use of under-capacity components) and wear out of mechanical parts.
Why do I get error establishing database connection in WordPress?
This is by far the most common reason why the error establishing a database connection message occurs. Especially right after people migrate to a new hosting provider. The connection details for your WordPress site are stored in the wp-config.php file which is generally located at the root of your WordPress site.
What to do if database doesn’t work in WordPress?
If completely troubleshooting your database doesn’t even work, the last thing you can try is to fix any corrupted files in WordPress. Many users who failed to identify the underlying problem completely wiped all of their files and the error went away.
Why does my WordPress database keep getting corrupted?
The WordPress database can be corrupted by a number of things like installing a faulty or incompatible plugin. Another likely reason might be that the server that hosts your database may temporarily be down. These are some of the possible reasons that may have caused the error.
Why is MySQL database not connected to PHP?
The error establishing a database connection error basically means that for some reason or another the PHP code was unable to connect to your MySQL database to retrieve the information it needs to fully build that page. That’s why the error is always shown on a blank page because there is no information about your site as it is not connected