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What is file permissions in web hosting and what settings are correct?

File permissions control who can read, write, and execute files on your server. Incorrect permissions either block your website from functioning or create security vulnerabilities. Standard correct permissions: directories = 755 (owner read/write/execute, others read/execute), files = 644 (owner read/write, others read only), wp-config.php = 600 or 644 (restrict to owner), executable scripts = 755. The WordPress Codex recommends 755 for directories and 644 for files. To fix permissions in bulk via SSH: find /home/user/public_html -type d -exec chmod 755 {} ; and find /home/user/public_html -type f -exec chmod 644 {} ; Never set 777 (world-writable) — this is a major security risk allowing anyone to modify your files. Fix via Connect Quest cPanel File Manager or SSH on all plans at connectquest.co.in.

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