FAQ
Welcome to the FAQ section of the MAMP documentation. Here you will find answers to the most commonly asked questions and solutions to typical issues that may arise while using MAMP. Whether you need help with installation, configuration, or troubleshooting, this section provides quick assistance and useful tips. If your question isn’t answered here, feel free to explore the rest of the documentation or contact our support team.
Is MAMP compatible with Windows 10?
Yes, MAMP is compatible with Windows 10.
What does MAMP stand for?
The abbreviation “MAMP” stands for: My Apache - MySQL - PHP.
Where can I download MAMP?
Get the latest version of MAMP from our website https://www.mamp.info/en/downloads/.
Where can I find error log files?
All log files are stored in: “C:\MAMP\logs”.
Which Apache modules are included?
Apache modules are located in the “C:\MAMP\Library\modules” folder.
Which PHP modules are included?
To find out which PHP modules are included, use the following procedure:
Start the servers and direct your web browser to http://localhost:8888/MAMP/. Click on the phpInfo tab at the top of page.
Where is my database data located in MAMP for Windows?
Your database data is located in “C:\MAMP\db\mysql".
Where is my php.ini file located?
Your php.ini for MAMP is located in “C:\MAMP\conf\phpX.XX”.
Where is my httpd.conf file located?
Your httpd.conf file is located in “C:\MAMP\conf\apache\httpd.conf”.
How do I transfer the content to a new computer?
To move the contents of your previous MAMP installation to a new computer, do the following:
- Install MAMP on the new computer.
- Copy the contents of the document root folder from your previous computer to the document root folder on the new computer.
- Create a dump of your MySQL database with phpMyAdmin.
- Copy the dump to the new computer and import them using phpMyAdmin.