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PHP Version

5-15 minBeginner

WordPress runs on PHP. Using an old version is slow and insecure.

Prerequisites

  • Hosting Access
Easy Recommended

Update via cPanel

The standard way.

1

Select Version

1

Search for 'MultiPHP Manager' or 'Select PHP Version'

2

Check your domain

3

Select PHP 8.1 or higher (as of 2024)

4

Apply

5

Check site immediately for errors

Verification Checklist

  • Site Health in WP Admin shows correct PHP version