How do I enable Windows hosting accounts to show more detailed error messages?
By default, our Windows hosting accounts display a generic error when applications generate an exception. We display a generic error because the detailed error messages allow a malicious user to obtain sensitive information.
To troubleshoot the error, you can modify your web.config file and specify that a custom error message displays. A custom error message helps you to locate the specific code that is causing the issue.
CAUTION: The code samples we provide below do not constitute a complete web.config file. Do not replace your existing web.config file with the code we provide. Before changing your web.config file, we recommend creating a backup.
Displaying Custom Error Messages / Enabling Detailed Errors on IIS 6
Use the sample code below to display custom error messages on IIS 6:
<system.web>
<customErrors mode="Off"/>
<compilation debug="true"/>
</system.web>
</configuration>
Displaying Custom Error Messages / Enabling Detailed Errors on IIS 7
Use the sample code below to display custom error messages on IIS 7:
<system.webServer>
<httpErrors errorMode="Detailed" />
<asp scriptErrorSentToBrowser="true"/>
</system.webServer>
<system.web>
<customErrors mode="Off"/>
<compilation debug="true"/>
</system.web>
</configuration>