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How to Fix Unable to create directory uploads. Is its parent directory writable by the server?

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Unable to create directory uploads/2023/08. Is its parent directory writable by the server?

The error can result from incorrect permissions, ownership or location of the upload folder. Whatever the reason, we are here to show you how to easily fix this error! Told about such!

There are two strategies to solve the problem on shared hosting – by changing the upload folder’s listing path and permissions. So read this post till the end! If you do not understand, then you can also watch the video given below and solve the problem.

How to Fix Unable to create directory uploads

Changing the Uploads Folder Directory

Sometimes, “Is its parent directory writable by the server?” Or the problem while uploading photos is because WordPress does not recognize the location of the upload folder.

Most probably you may face the problem when you have transferred your website to some other hosting provider. To rectify this, it is necessary to modify your WordPress configuration file: which is explained in a few steps below.

  • Access your hosting file manager or FTP, and search for the wp-config.php file. It is commonly located in the root folder of your website (/public_html).

Unable to create directory uploads
Unable to create directory uploads

Changing the Uploads Folder Directory

How to Fix Unable to create directory uploads
How to Fix Unable to create directory uploads


1- Add Code in wp-config.php file.

define( ‘UPLOADS’, ‘wp-content/uploads’ );

2- Check File Permission of uploads folder in hosting and make it 755.

Faq –

Q1. What does is its parent directory writable by the server mean?

 issue occurs because WordPress can’t recognize the location of the uploads folder.

Q2. How do I fix no write access to a directory?

Right-click the folder the place you wish to save the information and choose Properties. In the Properties window, swap to the Security tab. Select your username from the checklist and click on on Edit to switch folder permissions. Tick the Allow checkbox subsequent to Full management.

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