Troubleshooting Using the Health Check Plugin
Website issues can feel stressful.
A page breaks.
The admin area slows down.
Errors show up for no clear reason.
The Health Check & Troubleshooting plugin helps you find problems without touching the live site.
It’s safe.
It’s free.
It’s built for WordPress users.
What the Health Check Plugin Does
The plugin checks your site setup.
It looks at PHP, WordPress, and server settings.
It also helps spot plugin and theme conflicts.
You don’t need coding skills.
Everything runs inside your dashboard.
When You Should Use It
Use the plugin when something feels off.
Common cases include:
- White screen errors
- Slow admin dashboard
- Plugin conflicts
- Theme issues
- Hosting support requests
It’s also useful before asking for help.
How to Install the Plugin
Go to Plugins → Add New.
Search for “Health Check”.
Install and activate it.
After activation, nothing changes on the site.
No settings are altered by default.
Checking Site Status
Open Tools → Site Health.
You’ll see three sections.
- Critical Issues
These need attention right away. - Recommended Improvements
Not urgent, but helpful. - Passed Checks
Things that are working fine.
Read each message slowly.
Many include simple tips.
Using Troubleshooting Mode
Troubleshooting mode is the best feature.
It disables plugins only for you.
Visitors see the normal site.
This makes testing safe.
No downtime.
No risk.
You can turn it on with one click.
Finding Plugin Problems
Inside troubleshooting mode, all plugins turn off.
Turn them on one by one.
Check the issue after each step.
When the problem returns, you’ve found the cause.
Leave that plugin off for now.
Testing Theme Issues
You can also switch themes in troubleshooting mode.
Try a default WordPress theme.
Check if the issue disappears.
If it does, the theme needs attention.
You can switch back anytime.
Sharing Info With Support
The plugin shows detailed site info.
You can copy it with one button.
Share this with:
- Hosting support
- Plugin developers
- Theme authors
Don’t share private keys or passwords.
Final Tips
Change one thing at a time.
Take notes as you test.
Exit troubleshooting mode when done.
The Health Check plugin saves time.
It also makes problem-solving much easier.




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