kalebmordecai

Despite what Google’s search results might show, the structure of a URL will always be in forward slashes, aka “/” and not brackets

In fact, to my knowledge, the list of characters not allowed includes the blank/empty space as well as the following

” < > # % { } | \ ^ ~ [ ] `

Is this just for ease of reference or is there another reason you are looking to make this change?

FTP. (File Transfer Protocol)

You can copy all the documents from your server to your local drive using an FTP Client.

I recommend FileZilla for PC (https://filezilla-project.org/)

or Cyberduck for Mac (https://cyberduck.io/?l=en)

Both are free and pretty simple to use. You can find some more info here:
https://codex.www.ads-software.com/FTP_Clients

Without knowing the specific hosting provider or plan in question, I can only speculate as to why they would place a limitation that you cannot alter on their shared hosting.

Remember that this is usually virtual hosting shared with other users. Very large file uploads >5 to 10GB may be deemed an unnecessary tax on server resources. Or it may be an attempt to limit people using the shared hosting as a data storage solution.

If you’re files aren’t larger than that, I’d say that is somewhat concerning. GoDaddy (for instance) claims a “Maximum file size allowed for upload: 99.95 GB” on their economy hosting plan. Now granted, I’ve never attempted an upload of that magnitude (and don’t foresee I ever would) but I guess it’s nice to know I have the option. ??

Okay great, whatever avenue works best for you.

Jetpack is convenient because it often comes included with WordPress installs. And it’s useful because it also includes other features like site analytics, security tools and features for general performance enhancement, but if you don’t specifically need any of that, it may not be right for you.

Why not use an FTP client other than that provided by your Host?

I recommend Filezilla for PC (https://filezilla-project.org/)

or Cyberduck for Mac (https://cyberduck.io/?l=en)

Both are free and pretty simple to use. Virtually no upload limitations that I’m aware of.

Now, if you are talking about database or storage space limitations at your hosting provider, that’s a different story. And if thats the case, what does your hosting plan allot for? You may need to upgrade.

Are you using Jetpack for social media icons? Do you have access to /wp-admin?

https://jetpack.com/support/extra-sidebar-widgets/social-media-icons/

Can we take a look at your site? Whats the domain?

First lets make sure you’re following all the steps as listed here on the codex:

https://codex.www.ads-software.com/Moving_WordPress

Let us know where you get stuck in the process.

I think PopUp Domination could probably handle this, if I understand what you’re asking.

https://www.popupdomination.com/

Maybe also take a look at this thread, problem seems similar in nature:

https://www.ads-software.com/support/topic/moved-wordpress-but-lost-special-characters?replies=12

You might want to try the Search and Replace plugin after having exported and imported the DB:

https://www.ads-software.com/plugins/search-and-replace/

Looks like you’re on an older version of WordPress. Assuming your site is backed up and you are using a child theme, I would suggest updating WordPress.

https://codex.www.ads-software.com/Updating_WordPress

Otherwise you may want to review some other potential login issues:

https://codex.www.ads-software.com/Login_Trouble

The guide Caleb linked to lists instructions for forcing the Checkout page to be loaded securely. You should probably do that too.

(WooCommerce > Settings > Checkout > Checkout Options > Force secure checkout)

@orlysbondoc I highly recommend putting custom code into a plugin or using the Code Snippets plugin.

https://www.ads-software.com/plugins/code-snippets/

Agh. Thats frustrating. I’d try testing it with a default theme. You might have an outdated template override.

There is actually a way to do this within the WordPress editor.

Appearance > Menus > Screen Options (tab at the upper right)

Check the box that says Link Target. Each of your items will now show a checkbox to open the link in a new tab/window. Check the boxes you want and save your menu.

Should be no code editing required.