How to View Your WordPress debug.log Without FTP – Step-by-Step Guide
Trying to troubleshoot your WordPress site but can’t access the debug.log
?
You’re not alone. Many users rely on it — but few know how to view or manage it easily.
The result? Frustration, guesswork, and wasted hours when something breaks.
The Problem: Debugging Blind
Imagine this:
- Your site breaks and you need to check for errors
- The
debug.log
is hidden deep in your wp-content folder
- You have to open FTP or cPanel just to read it
- You forget to clear it or overlook critical warnings
Without easy access to your log file, you’re flying blind.
The Solution: Quick debug.log Viewer
Quick debug.log Viewer is a free WordPress plugin that makes error tracking effortless — right from your dashboard.
With zero setup, you can:
- ✅ Instantly view your
debug.log
inside WordPress
- 🔍 Search for keywords like “fatal”, “warning”, or plugin names
- 🎯 Filter by type: Fatal, Warning, Notice
- 📥 Download the full log
- 🧼 Clear it with one click (AJAX-powered)
- 📱 Use a floating button to view logs from the frontend
No FTP. No technical overhead. It just works.
Who Needs This?
This plugin is ideal for:
- 🧑💻 WordPress developers debugging local/staging sites
- 🔧 Freelancers fixing client issues
- 📊 Agencies tracking error spikes
- 🙋♂️ Curious users wanting visibility on their site
If you’ve ever used WP_DEBUG
, this plugin is a must.
Start Viewing Your Logs the Smart Way
It only takes 1 minute to install and gives you instant log visibility from the dashboard or frontend.
👉 Get Quick debug.log Viewer now
Stop guessing. Start debugging. 🐞