If you would like to get this plugin on your site, please make sure you have the installed WordPress on your server. To successfully run Configurator on your website we recommend a certain PHP and WordPress configuration setting.
Configuration
Memory Limit: Sometimes a WordPress Memory Exhausted error shows up when activating a new plugin or doing some other task. If it happens some fatal errors will display. You can have a closer look at how to increase the PHP memory limit here.
Max Upload Size: Depending on the web hosting company you choose and the package you select, each of you will see maximum file upload limit on your Media Uploader page in WordPress. You can have a closer look at how to increase the PHP Max Upload Size here. Few of the optional settings for php.ini file below:
- max_input_vars = 20000
- post_max_size = 256M
- max_execution_time = 300
Recommended PHP Settings for Large File Imports
The table below provides recommended PHP settings for importing files based on the number of images or rows. It suggests suitable max_execution_time and memory_limit values to prevent timeouts or memory issues during large imports, such as handling 1700 images. Adjustments may vary depending on server performance and file size.
| Number of Images / Rows | Estimated File Size | max_execution_time | memory_limit | Notes / Tips |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 | ~50 MB | 60 seconds | 128M | Small import, default may work |
| 1000 | ~100 MB | 120 seconds | 256M | Safe for medium imports |
| 1700 | ~170 MB | 180–300 seconds | 512M | Recommended for your case |
| 3000 | ~300 MB | 300–600 seconds | 1G | Split into batches if possible |
| 5000+ | 500 MB+ | 600+ seconds / CLI | 1–2G | Use CLI import to avoid timeouts |
The table serves as a guideline to adjust PHP settings for smooth and efficient file or image imports, helping prevent timeouts and memory errors during large imports.