{"id":16924,"date":"2025-05-08T15:43:11","date_gmt":"2025-05-08T15:43:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rapyd.cloud\/blog\/?p=16924"},"modified":"2026-02-27T22:18:30","modified_gmt":"2026-02-27T22:18:30","slug":"how-to-fix-mixed-content-issue-wordpress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rapyd.cloud\/blog\/how-to-fix-mixed-content-issue-wordpress\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Fix Mixed Content Issue in WordPress (Step by Step)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Seeing the mixed content error on your WordPress site? Don\u2019t worry, this guide will show you exactly how to fix mixed content issues in WordPress<\/strong> step by step, so your site stays secure and fully HTTPS compliant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also read<\/strong>: WordPress White Screen of Death<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Is the Mixed Content Issue in WordPress?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A mixed content issue happens when your WordPress site loads secure (HTTPS) and non-secure (HTTP) resources on the same page. These insecure elements, like images, scripts, or stylesheets, can weaken your site\u2019s security and trigger browser warnings for visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Does the Mixed Content Error Appear on WordPress Sites?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Typically, the error appears after migrating a site from HTTP to HTTPS. If some old URLs or hardcoded links still use HTTP, browsers detect the mismatch and flag it as mixed content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Detect Mixed Content Issue WordPress<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The fastest way to check for a mixed content issue on your WordPress site is by inspecting the browser\u2019s address bar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If mixed content exists, browsers may show a warning such as \u201cNot secure\u201d<\/strong>, or display a broken padlock icon beside your website URL. The message often says, \u201cYour connection to this site is not fully secure.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Not secure Warning in Chrome<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

To locate the exact elements causing mixed content:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Open your website in Google Chrome<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Click the three dots (top-right corner) and select More tools \u2192 Developer tools<\/strong>.
    (Shortcut: Ctrl + Shift + I on Windows\/Linux, Cmd + Option + I on Mac.)<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. In Developer Tools, click the Console<\/strong> tab.
    Chrome will list all insecure elements (like images or scripts) loading over HTTP.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    This method gives you a clear view of which assets you need to update to fix the mixed content issue in WordPress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    How to Fix Mixed Content Issue WordPress (3 Proven Methods)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    We\u2019ll guide you through three ways to fix mixed content issue in WordPress<\/strong>, starting from the easiest method.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Method 1: Use a Plugin to Fix Mixed Content Automatically<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    If you can access your WordPress dashboard, a plugin is the quickest fix:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Install and activate Really Simple SSL<\/strong> from the WordPress plugin directory.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Go to Settings \u2192 SSL<\/strong> and enable the recommended settings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. The plugin will automatically update insecure content URLs and force HTTPS across your site.
      <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      This works for most WordPress sites and requires minimal configuration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n