Why is my storage suddenly full?
Sometimes web space fills up even though you haven't uploaded any new images or videos. Often, it's automated processes or system files "growing" in the background. Here you will learn how to stop these storage hogs.
The main culprit: The error_log file
If a plugin on your website (e.g., in WordPress) causes an error, it is logged in a text file called error_log. If the error occurs on every page load, this file can grow to several gigabytes within a few days.
Search in the File Manager (usually in
public_html or in subfolders of plugins) for files named error_log. You can delete this file without hesitation to free up space immediately – the system will recreate it automatically if needed.Storage hogs: Cache folders
Many modern CMS like WordPress or Joomla use caching plugins to make the website faster. These plugins save static copies of your pages on the server.
- Look for folders like
/cache/or/wphb-cache/. - Pro Tip: It's better to clear the cache via the menu of your CMS plugin (e.g., WP Rocket or W3 Total Cache) instead of deleting the folders directly in the File Manager.
Old Backups & Archives
Users often forget old backups they created manually. Search for files with extensions like:
.zip.tar.gz.sql(Database backups)
You should save these files locally on your computer after downloading them and then remove them from the web server.
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