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Choosing the right PHP version is critical for your website's performance, security, and functionality. As a popular hosting control panel, DirectAdmin offers convenient PHP version management features. This guide will introduce how to manage PHP versions in DirectAdmin, helping you optimize your website's environment.
As PHP versions continue to evolve, newer versions typically bring performance improvements and security fixes. Using the latest PHP version can make your website faster and more secure. Therefore, knowing how to manage and switch PHP versions is an essential skill for every website owner.
Before using DirectAdmin, you need to check the current PHP version running on your server. You can achieve this by creating a simple PHP file. Follow these steps:
Save the code above as an info.php file and upload it to your server. Then, access the file through your browser. You will see the PHP information, including the PHP version.
DirectAdmin provides an easy-to-use interface to manage PHP versions. Here are the steps to switch PHP versions:
First, log in to your DirectAdmin control panel with your administrator credentials.
From the main control panel, locate and click the “Select PHP Version” option under the “Domain Settings” section. This will take you to the PHP version management interface.
In the PHP selector, you will see a list of available PHP versions. Choose the version you want to use and click the “Save” button. DirectAdmin will apply the selected PHP version.
Ensure that the selected PHP version is compatible with your website’s applications and dependencies. After switching versions, it's recommended to check if your website functions properly.
Besides switching PHP versions, you may also need to install and manage certain PHP extensions. DirectAdmin provides a convenient way to handle this as well.
In the PHP selector interface, you will see a list of available PHP extensions. Here, you can select the extensions you want to enable.
After selecting the required PHP extensions, click the “Save” button to apply the changes.
Through this DirectAdmin PHP version management guide, we've learned how to efficiently manage PHP versions and extensions. Regularly checking and updating your PHP version helps keep your website performing well and secure. It is strongly recommended to back up your website before making any changes, just in case.
