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How do I update PHP in WordPress HostGator?

Last updated on September 25, 2022 @ 7:08 pm

PHP is a popular open-source programming language that runs on web servers to create dynamic websites. WordPress is a content management system (CMS) that uses PHP to create and manage websites.

WordPress is installed on most HostGator web hosting accounts.

To update PHP on your HostGator account, follow these steps:

1. Log into your HostGator account.

2. Click the “Settings” link in the header of the page.

3. Scroll down to the “System” section and click the “PHP” link.

4. On the “PHP” page, click the “Update” button.

5. On the “Update PHP” page, enter the PHP version you want to update your account to and click the “Update” button.

6. After the update is complete, click the “Restart” button to restart the PHP server.

7. If you have any questions about updating PHP on your HostGator account, please contact our support team.

Thank you for reading!

Conclusion

In this article, we have shown you how to update PHP on your HostGator account. As long as you followed the steps presented, the update should have been a smooth process.

PRO TIP: If you are using WordPress HostGator to host your WordPress site, it is important to keep your PHP version up to date. Outdated versions of PHP can leave your site vulnerable to security risks and instability. To update your PHP version, login to your HostGator account and navigate to the “PHP Version Manager” under the “Advanced” section. From here, you can select the new PHP version you want to use and click the “Apply” button. Please note that not all WordPress plugins and themes are compatible with every PHP version, so you may need to test your site after updating PHP to make sure everything is still working as expected.

If you have any questions or problems updating PHP, please feel free to contact our support team.

Morgan Bash

Morgan Bash

Technology enthusiast and Co-Founder of Women Coders SF.