Ошибка 403

Hello,

We apologize for the issue you are facing with the 403 Forbidden error. This error typically means that your website’s server is denying access to Googlebot or other users trying to reach your content. Here are some common causes and potential fixes for this error:

Common Causes of 403 Forbidden Error:

1. Incorrect File Permissions: If your site is hosted on a Linux server, incorrect file permissions can lead to this error.
2. Corrupt .htaccess File: A corrupt .htaccess file can also cause the 403 Forbidden error. You can learn more about editing this file here.
3. WordPress Plugins or Themes: Sometimes, a plugin or theme may not be compatible with the latest version of WordPress, causing this error.
4. Banned IP Address: If the IP address of Googlebot is banned on your site, it will result in a 403 error.
5. Security Plugins: Certain security plugins may block access to your site, leading to this error.

How to Fix the 403 Forbidden Error:

You can follow these steps to troubleshoot and fix the issue:

• Reset File Permissions: Ensure that your file permissions are set correctly.
• Fix Corrupted .htaccess File: Check and repair your .htaccess file if necessary.
• Conduct a Site Health Check: Use the Site Health tool in WordPress to identify any issues.
• Check for Banned IP Addresses: Ensure that Googlebot’s IP address is not banned.

For detailed guidance on fixing the 403 Forbidden error, you can refer to our article here.

If you continue to experience this issue, please reply to this ticket with your site URL so that we can assist you further. Thank you for raising this concern!

Sources:
How To Fix Blocked Due to Access Forbidden (403) Error in Google Search Console » Rank Math
How To Fix Blocked Due to Access Forbidden (403) Error in Google Search Console » Rank Math