wp-config.php Information

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 wp-config.php Information
 
 


 
 Mastering wp-config.php
 
 
 
 Understanding wp-config.php
 `wp-config.php` is a crucial file for WordPress, containing database connection details, security keys, and other vital settings.
 
 
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  <?php
define( "DB_NAME", "wordpress" );
define( "DB_USER", "username" );
define( "DB_PASSWORD", "password" );
define( "DB_HOST", "localhost" );
define( "DB_CHARSET", "utf8mb4" );
define( "DB_COLLATE", "" );

// Security Keys
define( "AUTH_KEY",         "put your unique phrase here" );
define( "SECURE_AUTH_KEY",  "put your unique phrase here" );
// ... other keys ...
?>
  
 
 
 
 Security Tips
 
  Keep `wp-config.php` outside the web root or protect it with server config.
  Use strong, unique security keys.
  Limit database user privileges.
 
 
 
 Test Your Knowledge
 
  What is the primary purpose of `wp-config.php`?
  
    Database Connection
    Theme Settings
    Plugin Configuration
  
  
  
 
 
 
 
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