404 Error in SMM Panel Page Not Found issue

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🚫 Error 404 – SMM Panel Page Not Found

🔧 Causes & Step-by-Step Fix

A 404 error typically means the page doesn’t exist or cannot be found on the server. For an SMM panel, this can happen due to missing files, incorrect URLs, .htaccess issues, or bad server configs.

🔍 Step 1: Check the URL

Make sure the URL you’re accessing is correct. Even small typos in the URL can trigger a 404 error.

📷 Image Caption: Correct vs incorrect URLs shown in browser address bar

🗂️ Step 2: Verify Files Are Uploaded Properly

Go to File Manager in your cPanel and ensure that all your SMM panel files are uploaded in the correct directory (usually public_html).

Example:

/home/username/public_html/index.php
/home/username/public_html/cron/

📷 Image Caption: cPanel File Manager with panel files in public_html

⚙️ Step 3: Check .htaccess File

If you’re using a PHP SMM script like SmartPanel, you need a proper .htaccess file to handle routes.

📋 Sample .htaccess file:

RewriteEngine On
RewriteCond %{REQUEST_FILENAME} !-f
RewriteCond %{REQUEST_FILENAME} !-d
RewriteRule ^ index.php [QSA,L]

📷 Image Caption: .htaccess file content shown in code editor within File Manager

⚠️ If missing, create a new .htaccess file in public_html and paste the code above.

🧰 Step 4: Check File Permissions

Incorrect file or folder permissions may block access.

Folders should have 755 permission
Files should have 644 permission

📷 Image Caption: Permission settings in File Manager - showing 755 and 644

🔁 Step 5: Clear Cache or Try in Incognito

Sometimes browsers cache the 404 error page. Clear cache or try the link in Incognito/Private Mode.

📷 Image Caption: Browser settings highlighting Clear Cache option

🔍 Step 6: Enable Indexing (Optional)

If index.php is missing or not loading:

Go to cPanel > Indexes
Select the root folder (like public_html)
Set to “Default System Setting” or “No Indexing”

📷 Image Caption: Indexes settings page in cPanel

🚨 Step 7: Check for Script Installation Issues

If you’ve just installed a new panel script:

Make sure all required installation steps (DB setup, config) are completed.
Visit: https://yourdomain.com/install if available.

📷 Image Caption: SMM panel installation screen with progress steps

✅ Final Tip: Test the Homepage

Visit https://yourdomain.com after fixes. If it loads, the 404 issue is resolved.

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