--- title: WP VR Tour Not Displaying on Review and On the Published Webpage description: "Are you facing the frustrating issue where your **WP VR virtual tour is not displaying** on your WordPress site, showing an error message like **\"file could not be accessed\"**? This common problem with the **WP VR plugin** (the leading 360°…" url: "https://rextheme.com/docs/wp-vr-tour-not-displaying/" updated: "2026-01-08" category: "WP VR / Troubleshooting - Solve Common Issues" --- # WP VR Tour Not Displaying on Review and On the Published Webpage Are you facing the frustrating issue where your **WP VR virtual tour is not displaying** on your WordPress site, showing an error message like **"file could not be accessed"**? This common problem with the **WP VR plugin** (the leading 360° panorama and virtual tour builder for WordPress) often prevents your immersive 360-degree tours from loading properly, leaving a blank space or error in the browser console. Don't worry – this is usually caused by a **mixed content issue**, and it's completely fixable! In this detailed troubleshooting guide, we'll explain the problem and provide step-by-step solutions to get your WP VR 360 virtual tours working perfectly again on HTTPS sites. [![WP VR Tour Not Displaying on Review and On the Published Webpage 1](https://rextheme.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/40182-WPVR-not-working-Cynthia-Hayne.png)](https://rextheme.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/40182-WPVR-not-working-Cynthia-Hayne.png) ## Identifying the Problem: What Causes "File Could Not Be Accessed" in WP VR Tours? The error typically stems from a **mixed content issue**. This happens when: - Your website is loaded securely over **HTTPS** (which is standard for modern sites with an SSL certificate). - But some resources in your panorama tour – such as panorama images, scene files, or other assets – are still loaded over insecure **HTTP**. Modern browsers (like Chrome, Firefox, and Safari) block these mixed content resources for security reasons. As a result, WP VR's Pannellum viewer can't access the files, leading to the "file could not be accessed" error and preventing the 360° virtual tour from displaying. - This issue is especially common when: - The site recently switched to HTTPS without updating all internal links. - Tours are created or tested on HTTP and then moved to an HTTPS site. - Images are uploaded or linked from external sources using HTTP URLs. ## Solution To resolve the issue, follow these steps: 1. **Check Resource URLs:** - Verify the URLs of the images and files used in your panorama tour. - Ensure that all resources are using HTTPS if your website is loaded over HTTPS. 2. **Update Resource Links:** - If any resources are loaded over HTTP, update their links to use HTTPS instead. - You can typically do this by editing the URLs in your WordPress site. - Reupload your tour images 3. **Test the Tour:** - Reload your website and test the panorama tour to see if the issue is resolved. 4. **Use a Plugin for Mixed Content Issues:** - If you’re facing mixed content issues across your site, consider using plugins specifically designed to fix these problems site-wide. These plugins are especially helpful if your tours were transferred from a different environment. One recommended plugin is [SSL Insecure Content Fixer](https://wordpress.org/plugins/ssl-insecure-content-fixer/), which can automatically update HTTP links to HTTPS where needed. ### Additional Tips to Prevent and Fix WP VR Tour Loading Problems - **Clear Cache**: After updates, always clear your website cache (via plugins like WP Rocket, LiteSpeed, or W3 Total Cache) and browser cache to ensure changes load fresh. - **Check Hosting Settings**: Confirm your hosting provider fully supports HTTPS and that your SSL certificate is valid and properly installed (use tools like Why No Padlock? or SSL Checker). - **Browser Console Check**: Look for mixed content warnings in the console to pinpoint exact problematic URLs. - **Best Practice**: Always create and test WP VR tours on an HTTPS-enabled site to avoid these issues from the start. ### Need More Help With WP VR Errors? If you've followed these steps and the "file could not be accessed" issue persists, reach out to the RexTheme support team with: - A detailed description of the problem. - Screenshots of the error message (console errors are especially helpful). - Information about your website’s setup (e.g., SSL configuration, hosting provider). WP VR by RexTheme remains one of the best WordPress plugins for creating stunning 360° virtual tours – get yours loading perfectly today! Related Guides: - [WP VR Virtual Tour Not Showing Up (General Fix)](https://rextheme.com/docs/wp-vr-tour-not-showing/?referrer=grok.com) - [Create Your First 360 Virtual Tour](https://rextheme.com/docs/wp-vr-create-simple-virtual-tour/?referrer=grok.com) - [Embed WP VR Tours Securely](https://rextheme.com/docs/wp-vr-embed-a-virtual-tour/?referrer=grok.com) By addressing mixed content issues, you can ensure your WP VR tours load smoothly and provide an excellent user experience.