cPanel is a widely used web hosting control panel that provides users with tools necessary for managing their web hosting accounts. One of the key features cPanel offers is the ability to easily configure different PHP versions and manage PHP extensions. This article will provide an overview of how to configure PHP versions and extensions in cPanel, which is crucial for the proper functioning of web applications.
Configuring PHP Versions
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Logging in to cPanel Before you start configuring PHP, you need to log in to your cPanel account. Upon logging in, navigate to the "Software" or "Programming" section.
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Selecting PHP Version In the "Software" or "Programming" section, click on "Select PHP Version" or "PHP Selector". Here, you will see the currently set PHP version for your hosting account. To change the PHP version, simply click on the dropdown menu and select the version you need for your website. After selecting, click on "Save" or "Apply".
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MultiPHP Manager For managing PHP versions for multiple domains or subdomains, use the "MultiPHP Manager" tool. Here, you can set different PHP versions for each domain or subdomain individually.
Managing PHP Extensions
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Accessing PHP Selector After selecting the PHP version, you can also look into available PHP extensions. In PHP Selector, click on "Extensions".
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Enabling and Disabling Extensions In the extensions list, you can check or uncheck individual extensions that you want to enable or disable for your website. After making your selections, click on "Save" or "Apply" to confirm the changes.
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Custom PHP Configuration For advanced users, cPanel also provides the option to directly edit the php.ini configuration file. This allows finer adjustments of PHP parameters. You can find this option in PHP Selector under "Options" or "Settings".
Properly configuring PHP versions and extensions is crucial for securing and optimizing web applications. cPanel simplifies this management through intuitive tools like PHP Selector and MultiPHP Manager. Make sure to regularly review and update your PHP settings to keep your websites fast, secure, and compatible with the latest web technologies.
