WordPress : Asking FTP credentials when trying to install a plugin or theme

Question

I'm getting prompted for FTP credentials (ftp username, ftp password, host address) everytime I'm trying to install a plugin or theme in my WordPress Website.

How can I prevent it?

Answer 1

Since the files are not getting access you are prompted with FTP credentials.

There are 2 options to follow :

1. Provide the FTP credentials inside /wp-config.php file :

define( 'FTP_USER', 'username' );
define( 'FTP_PASS', 'password' );
define( 'FTP_HOST', 'ftp.example.com:21' );

2. By Pass the check as show in the SO post :

Can I install/update WordPress plugins without providing FTP access?