I Can't Install the Plugin: The link you have followed has expired

Problem

You encounter an error message stating, "The link you have followed has expired," when attempting to install the plugin.

Cause: Insufficient Server Settings

This message typically appears when the server settings for upload max size or maximum memory are lower than what is required for the plugin installation. Don't worry; this is a common issue and can be easily resolved.

Solution:

1. Manual Installation
   Install the plugin manually by extracting the contents of the plugin zip file and uploading them to the wp-content/plugins folder on your server via FTP.

2. Contact Your Hosting Provider
   If you're not familiar with adjusting server PHP or memory settings, it's best to contact your hosting company for assistance. This is a quick task for them—typically taking just a minute. Provide them with a screenshot of your error message or simply email them the details. Request that they increase the following values until you can successfully install the plugin:

   • memory_limit
   • upload_max_size
   • post_max_size
   • upload_max_filesize
   • max_execution_time
   • max_input_time
     
     If you're comfortable changing the PHP and memory settings on your server, you can update the following values in your php.ini file:

memory_limit = 256M
upload_max_size = 64M
post_max_size = 64M
upload_max_filesize = 64M
max_execution_time = 300
max_input_time = 1000