How to fix 403 forbidden error

403 forbidden error, What is it?  403 forbidden error means that access to the page is forbidden. Why is this happening? Typically, this situation occurs for 4 reasons:

1. On the folder contains the requested file ( or page ) is set incorrect rule. How to fix it? All directory ( where the file \ page ) should have the right to perform, at least for the site owner. But often, it may be necessary to put the same rights and users. In the first case is usually recommended to set permissions 744, and the second - 755.
2. The server contains an invalid file of the main page (index).How to fix it? Check the spelling of the name of the file and make sure that all of the name was written in lower case ( small letters ). And also make sure that the file extension corresponds to that which is necessary for your site. Here are some examples of correct syntax : index.html, index.php, index.htm, index.phtml, index.shtml. In the current sites, usually the first three used.
3. When you transfer a website from one host to another (or within a single hosting account) is not had time to update DNS - cache. How to fix it? Just wait a bit. Usually, this operation takes a few hours, but can reach up to one day.
4. The requested page or file is in the incorrect location. How to fix it? Check if given way to the pages of your website in the links of the site. Also worth checking out where the files are filled on a hosting site, they typically need to download the folder public_html. But it is worth noting that some hosting providers may change this rule. Therefore, we recommend to read the documentation on the provider's site, about exactly where to download the website files.

If none of these tips will not help you to remove from the site "403 forbidden", then feel free to contact the technical support for the hosting provider.