Laravel Files uploading not working in production server but working in localhost.

Laravel Files uploading not working in production server but working in localhost.

First, let me clarify that when you say "not working" in the context of file uploading, it could mean different things. For instance, it could mean that the file is not being saved to the server, or it could mean that the file is being saved but with an incorrect name or in the wrong directory.

Here are some common reasons why file uploading might not work in production but does in localhost:

1. File size limits: Your production server might have lower file size limits than your localhost. Check the PHP.ini file on both servers to see if the upload_max_filesize and post_max_size directives are set to the same value.
2. File permissions: Make sure that the directory where you want to save the uploaded files has the correct permissions. In production, you might need to set the permissions more restrictively than in localhost to ensure security.
3. File types: Check if the file types you are trying to upload are allowed on the production server. You can check this by looking at the .htaccess file or the php.ini file.
4. CGI vs. Apache: If you are using a CGI version of PHP on your production server, you might need to configure it differently than if you are using Apache.
5. Network issues: If your production server is behind a firewall or proxy, it might be blocking the file upload request. Check your network settings to see if this is the case.
6. File upload library: If you are using a third-party file upload library, make sure that it is compatible with your production server. Some libraries might have dependencies that are not present on the production server.
7. PHP extensions: Make sure that the PHP extensions required for file uploading are installed on the production server. For instance, you might need the fileinfo extension to get the size and type of the uploaded file.

To troubleshoot the issue, you can check the error logs on the production server to see if there are any error messages related to file uploading. You can also try uploading a file manually using an FTP client to see if the issue is with the PHP script or with the server configuration.

I hope this helps! Let me know if you have any further questions.