Before installing GoArch, make sure your hosting environment meets the requirements below. Using outdated software versions can cause performance issues, plugin conflicts, or unexpected errors.

Note: GOArch requires a self-hosted WordPress installation. It is not compatible with WordPress.com.

WordPress Requirements

Your hosting environment must meet the minimum requirements to run WordPress. You can find the full list on the official WordPress requirements page.

Always use the latest stable version of WordPress for the best performance and security.

GoArch Requirements

Requirement	Minimum Version
WordPress	6.4+
PHP	7.6+
MySQL	5.6+

Recommended PHP Configuration Limits

The following PHP limits are recommended to ensure GoArch and its required plugins work correctly. If your values are lower, you may run into issues when uploading images, importing demo content, or using certain theme features.

Setting	Recommended Value
max_execution_time	600
memory_limit	128M
post_max_size	48M
upload_max_filesize	48M

How to Check Your Current PHP Limits

You can verify your current PHP configuration using any of these methods:

1. Hosting control panel — Log in to your hosting dashboard and look for a PHP or server settings section. Many hosts display current limits there.
2. WordPress plugin — Install a plugin such as PHP Info to view your server’s PHP configuration directly from your WordPress dashboard.

Then visit www.yourwebsite.com/phpinfo.php in your browser to see all current PHP settings. 4. Contact your host — If none of the above methods work, reach out to your hosting provider and ask them to confirm your current PHP limits.

Security reminder: Delete the phpinfo.php file after you’ve finished checking your limits. It exposes sensitive server information.

How to Increase Your PHP Limits

You have two options for increasing PHP limits:

Option 1 — Contact your hosting provider. The simplest approach is to ask your host to update the limits for you. Most managed hosting providers can do this quickly.

Option 2 — Edit wp-config.php manually. Add the following lines to your site’s wp-config.php file:

ini_set( 'memory_limit', '128M' );
ini_set( 'post_max_size', '48M' );
ini_set( 'upload_max_filesize', '48M' );
ini_set( 'max_execution_time', '600' );

If you’re still experiencing issues after updating these values, your specific setup may require higher limits. Contact your hosting provider for further assistance.

Additional Recommendations

Use a child theme when making customizations to GoArch. This ensures your changes are preserved when the theme is updated. Learn more in the Child Theme article.

Choose a reliable host with a strong uptime record and good performance. A fast hosting environment directly affects your site’s loading speed and user experience. See the Hosting article for provider recommendations.