Could not create directory

Issue

There are two scenarios when this error occurs:

• While installing plugins or themes –  Installation Failed: Could Not Create Directory 
• While updating plugins or themes – Update failed: Could not create directory

This error indicates that WordPress does not have the proper permission to create a new folder or directory on your server, where it needs to store the theme and plugin files.

Possible causes

Two main causes for these errors are:

• Incorrect file permissions.
• Disk space is full or insufficient.

Solutions

• Contact your hosting company so that they can modify the file permissions of your server. For details, refer Changing File Permissions
• Update the plugin or ask your hosting company to update the plugin, by downloading it from www.elementor.com and uploading it via FTP ( wp-content > plugins). For details, see Update WordPress And WordPress Plugins.
• Contact your hosting provider to increase disk space. You may have to upgrade your hosting plan.