How to Update PHP in WordPress: A Comprehensive Guide
If you’re running a WordPress site, then at some point you’re going to need to update your PHP version. Doing so is not as difficult as it may seem, but there are a few things you need to know in order to make the process go smoothly. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know in order to update your PHP version and keep your WordPress site running smoothly. Let’s get started!
The first thing you need to do is make sure that your hosting provider offers PHP version updates. Not all providers do, so if you’re not sure whether or not yours does, reach out to their support team and ask.
Once you’ve verified that your host offers PHP version updates, the next step is to determine what version of PHP they are currently running. To do this, you can use a tool like phpinfo() or the Hosting Panel in cPanel.
Updating the PHP Version on Your WordPress Site
Here we will look at how to change your website’s PHP version. We’ll show you a few examples from top hosting providers who make this easy!
Changing PHP Version in Bluehost
To get started, you’ll need to login and click on the Advanced tab in your Bluehost account.
From the Hosting Control Panel, click on “MultiPHP Manager” to access your account information.
Now it’s time to pick your website and PHP version.
Click on the Apply button to save your changes and make sure that Bluehost is using a version of PHP you want for this website.
Changing PHP Version in SiteGround
Here’s how you can update the PHP version on your WordPress website using SiteGround hosting.
You can find all the tools you need to manage your website in one place. To access this menu, switch from Website Management Tooling under ‘Websites’ on our account dashboard and select Site Tools next time around!
Next, you’ll want to head over the DEVS page and select “ PHP Manager ” from left panel. Here there is an option of using SiteGround’s Ultrafast or Standard fast version depending on your needs – as well as being able change this number if needed by clicking edit icon next them when looking at it directly through web browser window.
This will bring up a popup where you first need to select ‘Change PHP version manually’ under the ‘Set PHP Version’ option.
Then, you can select your PHP version from a drop-down menu. Make sure to click on the Confirm button and wait for it!
Changing PHP Version in HostGator
Logging into your HostGator account dashboard, click on the hosting section and then select cPanel from under list of services.
Clicking on the MultiPHP Manager icon will launch cPanel dashboard where you can manage advanced settings for your hosting account. Clickdown to Software section and find an option that says “Multi-php manager.”
Next, you need to select a domain name and then choose the PHP version. Don’t forget that clicking on Apply will save your settings!
Changing PHP Version in WP Engine
WP Engine automatically upgrades your website’s PHP version for you, but if that isn’t enough of a guarantee then they also offer manual upgrade options so users can downgrade or update their hosts at any time.
Click the “PHP Version” button next to your website in WP Engine’s dashboard.
Select the appropriate option from this list to adjust your website’s PHP version.
Make sure to click on the ‘Change PHP Version’ button so that you can save your changes.
Changing PHP Version in Other WordPress Hosting Environments
Usually, you will find the MultiPHP Manager icon in cPanel’s dashboard.
If you’re having trouble finding the answer to your question, then contact your web host and ask them about any changes in PHP version.
Things to Do After Updating PHP Version of Your Website
In order to make sure that your website is functioning as it should, we recommend visiting the site immediately. If there are any issues or problems with loading pages on this computer system then you will want them fixed before they become more noticeable and problematic!
You should now be able to access your website. Make sure that it’s using the latest version of WordPress and all plugins are updated as well! In addition, check if there is an update available for any themes on your site.
Lastly, if you want to be safe then it’s always recommended that you make a complete backup of your website.
What to Do if a PHP Update Breaks Your WordPress Site?
Even though there’s little chance of a PHP update breaking your WordPress site, it still pays to be aware and mindful. With so many plugins available on the market today with improper code lines in them – even just one mistake can result into an error message for all visitors who come across this problem!
If you are getting this error on your website, then there is most likely a plugin or theme causing the problem. To fix it deactivate all of WordPress plugins and switch over to one of default themes in order find out what’s wrong with yours!
If this does not work for you, then contact your web host’s support team. They are most likely aware of the issue and will be able to help out!
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