Title: save draft doesn’t work
Last modified: March 6, 2025

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# save draft doesn’t work

 *  [darek667](https://wordpress.org/support/users/darek667/)
 * (@darek667)
 * [1 year, 2 months ago](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/save-draft-doesnt-work/)
 * After one of the last updates, the ability to save a draft of a post that is 
   being created stopped working. The “save draft” link on the top bar is visible
   but unavailable. To save a draft post, I have to change the type to “pending”,
   save, then go back to the draft and save. How do I fix this?

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 *  [saghir daska](https://wordpress.org/support/users/saghirdsk/)
 * (@saghirdsk)
 * [1 year, 2 months ago](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/save-draft-doesnt-work/#post-18346255)
 * To resolve the issue with the “Save Draft” functionality in WordPress after an
   update, follow these steps systematically:1. **Basic Troubleshooting**
    - **Clear Browser Cache**: Outdated cached files might interfere. Use `Ctrl 
      + F5` (Windows) or `Cmd + Shift + R` (Mac) to hard-refresh.
    - **Test in Another Browser/Device**: Check if the issue persists in a different
      browser (e.g., Firefox, Safari) or incognito mode.
 * 2. **Check for Plugin/Theme Conflicts**
    - **Disable All Plugins**:
       1. Go to **Plugins → Installed Plugins**.
       2. Select all plugins and choose **Deactivate** from the bulk actions menu.
       3. Test if “Save Draft” works. If it does, reactivate plugins one by one to 
          identify the culprit.
    - **Switch to a Default Theme**:
       1. Navigate to **Appearance → Themes**.
       2. Activate a default theme (e.g., Twenty Twenty-Three). Test again.
 * 3. **Check for JavaScript Errors**
    - **Open Browser Console**:
       * In Chrome/Firefox: `Ctrl + Shift + J` (Windows) or `Cmd + Opt + J` (Mac).
    - Look for red error messages while clicking “Save Draft”. Note any errors related
      to plugins/themes or WordPress core.
 * 4. **User Permissions**
    - Ensure your user role (e.g., Administrator, Editor) has the `edit_posts` and`
      edit_published_posts` capabilities.
    - Test with a new admin account (**Users → Add New**) to rule out profile corruption.
 * 5. **Reinstall WordPress Core**
    - Go to **Dashboard → Updates**.
    - Click **Re-install Now** to refresh core files without affecting content.
 * 6. **Database Repair**
    - Add the following line to **wp-config.php** (via FTP/cPanel):phpCopydefine(‘
      WP_ALLOW_REPAIR’, true);
    - Visit `https://yoursite.com/wp-admin/maint/repair.php` and run **Repair Database**.
 * 7. **Use Health Check Plugin**<gwmw style=”display:none;”></gwmw>
    - Install the [Health Check Plugin](https://wordpress.org/plugins/health-check/).
    - Use **Troubleshooting Mode** to disable plugins/themes for your session only.
    - Check **Site Health Status** (**Tools → Site Health**) for critical issues.
 * 8. **Check Server Error Logs**
    - Access your hosting control panel (e.g., cPanel) and look for **Error Logs**.
    - Check for PHP errors, memory limits, or security module blocks (e.g., mod_security).
 * 9. **Temporary Workaround**
    - Use keyboard shortcuts: `Ctrl + S` (Windows) or `Cmd + S` (Mac) may still 
      trigger a draft save.
 * 10. **Seek Further Help**
    - If unresolved:
       * Post details in the [WordPress Support Forum](https://wordpress.org/support/forums/).
       * Contact your hosting provider to check server-side issues (e.g., broken
         AJAX handlers).
 * <gwmw style=”display:none;”></gwmw>

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 * In: [Fixing WordPress](https://wordpress.org/support/forum/how-to-and-troubleshooting/)
 * 1 reply
 * 2 participants
 * Last reply from: [saghir daska](https://wordpress.org/support/users/saghirdsk/)
 * Last activity: [1 year, 2 months ago](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/save-draft-doesnt-work/#post-18346255)
 * Status: not resolved

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