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Elementor editor blank screen

When you open the Elementor editor and see a white canvas, the browser cannot load required scripts or server limits stop PHP from processing the request. Low memory, outdated PHP, blocked REST API, or restrictive security rules cause the editor to stop rendering.

You will notice no side panel and an empty preview. The issue appears on all pages or only on specific ones depending on which component fails.

Symptoms

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Loading spinner never finishes
The circular icon stays visible and the editor never loads.
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White canvas with no panels
The editor area is completely blank, no sidebars or preview.
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Console shows JavaScript errors
Browser console lists uncaught syntax errors or failed resource loads.
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Partial header only
Only the Elementor header appears, the content area remains empty.

Common Causes

Insufficient PHP memory
Memory limit below 128 MB stops Elementor scripts.
Unsupported PHP version
Running PHP 7.2 or older breaks compatibility.
REST API blocked by firewall
Security rules prevent /wp-json/ calls needed by Elementor.
Caching layer serving stale files
Object cache or CDN returns old editor bundle.
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