There are several ways to increase the maximum upload file size in WordPress, and one of the most straightforward approaches is editing the .htaccess file.
Steps to Increase Maximum Upload File Size
1. Access Your WordPress Site Directory
2. Locate the .htaccess File
3. Edit the .htaccess File
4. Insert the following Code Snippet after </IfModule>:
php_value upload_max_filesize 500M
php_value post_max_size 500M
php_value memory_limit 500M
php_value max_execution_time 0
php_value max_input_time 300
Explanation of Code Snippet
php_value upload_max_filesize 500M: This line sets the maximum size for uploaded files to 500 megabytes (M). You can adjust the value to meet your specific requirements.
php_value post_max_size 500M: Similarly, this line sets the maximum size for post data (including file uploads) to 500 megabytes.
php_value memory_limit 500M: This line defines the maximum amount of memory a script can allocate to 500 megabytes.
php_value max_execution_time 0: Setting the maximum execution time to zero (0) removes any time limit, ensuring that scripts can run for an unlimited duration.
php_value max_input_time 300: This line sets the maximum time in seconds that a script is allowed to parse input data, such as POST and GET requests.
