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Are you facing a `500 Server Error` while deploying your Django app on cPanel? This blog will guide you through troubleshooting the issue with your `wsgi.py` and `passenger_wsgi.py` files.
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Troubleshooting the 500 Server Error in Your Django Application on cPanel

Deploying a Django application can be an exciting journey, but it can also present some challenges. If you're using cPanel for hosting your Django app and you encounter a 500 Server Error, it can be quite frustrating, especially if you're new to Django. In this guide, we’ll explore the problem and provide a step-by-step solution to help you resolve this issue.

Understanding the Problem

When you deploy a Django application on cPanel (or shared hosting), it typically works by using two key files: wsgi.py and passenger_wsgi.py. The error 500 Server Error signifies that something went wrong on the server, and your Django app wasn't able to respond as expected.

You have already set up the Python app and established your virtual environment, so let's narrow down the likely source of the error. Your suspect revolves around the wsgi.py and passenger_wsgi.py files, which route requests to your Django application.

Solution Breakdown

1. Role of the wsgi.py File

In a Django project, the wsgi.py file acts as a gateway for the WSGI server to interact with your Django application. It initializes the settings and the application so that requests can be processed correctly.

Your original wsgi.py file looks like this:

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2. Role of the passenger_wsgi.py File

The passenger_wsgi.py file is used by the web server (Passenger) to load your Django app. It automatically looks for the wsgi.py file to connect to the application. However, if the path to your wsgi.py file is incorrect, it will lead to a 500 Server Error.

Here is the original content of your passenger_wsgi.py file:

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3. The Fix

The actual issue lies in the passenger_wsgi.py file: the incorrect reference to the wsgi.py file. Here's how you can fix it.

Change your passenger_wsgi.py file to ensure it correctly points to your wsgi.py file. You can simplify and modify it like this:

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4. Final Tips

Double-Check Your Paths: Ensure that the paths used in both wsgi.py and passenger_wsgi.py correctly point to the right directories and files in your project.

Restart Your Server: After making changes to the configuration files, don't forget to restart your web server or the hosting service to apply the updates.

Check Error Logs: If you're still encountering errors, examine your server's error logs to get more details about what might be going wrong.

Conclusion

Deploying a Django app can be tricky, especially for newcomers. But with the right understanding of how WSGI server files work, you can diagnose and fix issues like the 500 Server Error effectively. By updating your passenger_wsgi.py to point directly to your wsgi.py file, you should be on your way to having your Django app running smoothly on cPanel.

Feel free to reach out if you have any further questions or need additional help. Happy coding!