HTTP error 500

Problem

A small minority of users report seeing this error message after installation:

HTTP ERROR 500

Cause

Our indications suggest this is caused by one-click phpBB installers provided by web hosting companies.

Solution

If you used a one-click installer, try re-installing phpBB manually.

For other cases: please message us with the following information:

• The version of PHP running on your server

• The version of phpBB you have installed

• A copy of your server error log (if possible)

• Any other information that might be useful (such as any other installed extensions)

Your web host might also be able to identify the specific issue on their end.