How to Update Your PHP Version (and Why It’s Crucial)

PHP, the foundation of many websites (including WordPress), receives regular updates to enhance security, fix bugs, and improve performance. If you do not update PHP version, your website could be vulnerable and slower than it needs to be.

Why You Need To Update PHP Version?

  • Security: Outdated PHP versions are prime targets for hackers.
  • Speed: Newer PHP versions offer significant performance boosts.
  • Compatibility: Some plugins and themes require newer PHP versions to function properly.

How to Update PHP Version

In most cases, you cannot update the PHP version yourself and need to contact your host about this. The upgrade process is an easy process and should be something your host can do for you without impacting your website or charging you a fee. Here’s a letter you can send to your hosting company:

Dear host,

I’m running a website on one of your servers the theme system have recommended using at least PHP 5.6. WordPress, the content management system that the theme uses, has listed PHP 7 as the recommended version on their requirements page: https://wordpress.org/about/requirements/

Can you please let me know if my hosting supports PHP 5.6 or higher and how I can upgrade?

Looking forward to your reply.

What if My Host Doesn’t Support the Latest PHP Version?

If your hosting provider doesn’t support the latest PHP version (or a recent enough version), it might be time to consider switching to a more modern host. Be sure to ask potential hosts about their PHP version support before making a decision.

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