To ensure optimal performance and compatibility, your server must meet the following minimum requirements
PHP Version
- Minimum required: PHP 8.0
- Recommended: PHP 8.1 or higher
MySQL or MariaDB
- MySQL version 5.7 or greater
- MariaDB version 10.3 or greater
Web Server
- Apache or Nginx is recommended.
- Apache with mod_rewrite module enabled (for friendly URLs).
- You can also use other server environments, but Apache or Nginx is preferred for better compatibility.
HTTPS Support
- SSL certificate for HTTPS support is required.
- Most hosting providers include free SSL certificates through Let’s Encrypt or similar services.
Memory Limit
- Minimum recommended: 128 MB
- Optimal: 256 MB or higher
WordPress Version
- This theme requires WordPress 6.2 or higher.
File Uploads
- Ensure that your server allows uploading files of at least 2 MB to support theme and plugin installation.
PHP Extensions
- cURL
- DOM
- GD or Imagick (for image processing)
- JSON
- mbstring
- OpenSSL
- ZIP
- XML
Database Charset and Collation
- Database charset should be set to utf8mb4.
- Collation should be utf8mb4_unicode_ci.
Execution Time Limits
- PHP max_execution_time: Minimum 120 seconds, recommended 300 seconds.
- PHP max_input_time: 300 seconds or higher.
Disk Space
- Ensure at least 100 MB of free disk space for theme installation. More space will be required for media files, plugins, and site content.
By meeting these requirements, you ensure the smooth running of your WordPress, taking full advantage of our theme’s features and avoiding potential issues during installation and use. Check with your hosting provider if you’re unsure about any of these settings.