Many WordPress users experience frustrating errors that prevent their sites from functioning properly. One of these errors is error 429, also known as “Too Many Requests”. This is a server error that occurs when a user or script tries to execute too many queries in a short time. Below is a guide to help you fix this problem.
1. Check the request limit on the server
First, check your server settings to see how many requests are allowed in a given time period. You can contact your hosting provider to obtain this information. If your query limit is low, ask about increasing it. Many vendors offer scaling options that can help solve this problem.
2. Use a WordPress plugin to limit queries
There are various WordPress plugins that can help reduce the number of requests to your server. One of them is “Rate Limiting”. This plugin allows you to set a query limit per hour for each user. You can decide how many queries per hour each user can perform, which will help you control server load.
Another popular plugin is “WP Limit Login Attempts” which can help limit the number of login attempts, which is often the cause of the 429 error. This plugin allows you to set the maximum number of login attempts for each user, as well as the time period after which the attempts are reset.
3. Detecting and repairing broken plugins
Some WordPress plugins can cause unexpected requests to the server, which can lead to a 429 error. You can use a plugin like “Plugin Detective” to identify plugins that are causing problems. Once you identify broken plugins, you can repair or remove them to minimize the number of requests to the server.
4. Enable caching on your website
Enabling caching on your WordPress site can also help reduce the number of requests to the server. You can do this with plugins like “W3 Total Cache” or “WP Super Cache”. These plugins save static copies of your website, which reduces the number