⚡ Quick Solutions
- Clear browser cache and cookies
- Reset password via "Lost password"
- Deactivate plugins via FTP
- Change password in database
The Most Common Login Problems
Suddenly you can't access your WordPress backend. Don't panic! Most login problems can be solved in a few minutes.
Typical symptoms:
- Login page won't load (white screen)
- "Wrong password" even though it's correct
- Endless redirect loop
- Lost access after plugin update
- "Cookies must be enabled"
Solution 1: Clear Browser Cache
Often an outdated cache is to blame. This is the first and easiest fix:
- Chrome: Ctrl+Shift+Delete → "Cached images and files"
- Firefox: Ctrl+Shift+Delete → "Cache"
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Or: Try it in Incognito mode!
Solution 2: Reset Password
Via "Lost Password":
- Go to
yourdomain.com/wp-login.php - Click "Lost your password?"
- Enter email
- Click link in email and set new password
Via Database (if email doesn't work):
1
Open phpMyAdmin
In hosting panel → Databases → phpMyAdmin
2
Open wp_users table
Left side: Select database → Click wp_users
3
Change password
Edit admin user → user_pass field:
- Function: Select MD5
- Value: Enter new password
- Save
Solution 3: Deactivate Plugins via FTP
A faulty security plugin can block login.
1
Connect via FTP
Use FileZilla or hosting file manager
2
Rename plugins folder
Navigate to /wp-content/
Rename plugins to plugins_off
3
Test login
Try to log in. Working? Then a plugin was the culprit.
Solution 4: Fix Redirect Loop
If the login page keeps redirecting to itself:
Check WordPress URL:
Add to wp-config.php:
define('WP_HOME', 'https://yourdomain.com');
define('WP_SITEURL', 'https://yourdomain.com');After Login
- Change password to something secure
- Enable 2-factor authentication
- Save emergency codes in safe place
- Set up regular backups