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How to – Locate the error_log file in cPanel

cPanel File Manager right-click menu on the error_log file with Download boxed in red
  1. Log in to cPanel.
  2. Navigate to the “Files” Section.
    Once you’re logged in to cPanel, look for the “Files” section. Within the “Files” section, search for and click on the option “File Manager”. This tool will allow you to explore and manage your website’s files.cPanel Tools home page with the File Manager icon highlighted
  3. Once you’re in the “File Manager”, you should access the root directory of your website. The error_log file is typically located in the root directory of the public_html folder.cPanel File Manager showing the public_html folder highlighted
    cPanel File Manager with a file highlighted
  4. View or Download the error_log File.
    Once you’ve located the error_log file, you can do the following:View the file: Click on the name of the error_log file to open it and view its contents in a popup window. This will allow you to review server error logs.

    cPanel File Manager listing website files

    Download the file: If you want to save a copy of the error_log file to your local computer, select the file and download it.

    cPanel File Manager with a file context menu open

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