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Enabling PHP extensions, Changing PHP Version and Setting PHP Options
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This guide will teach you how to modify your PHP version and settings
From time to time you may need to enable a certain PHP module that is not enabled by default, or use a version of PHP that is not the default installed version for that particular server.
You may also need to change some specific PHP options, such as memory_limit
To complete this guide, you need access to your cPanel account. If you have forgotten your cPanel credentials, they were included in the original Welcome to Serversaurus or IMPORTANT: Hosting Documentation email which you should find in your inbox otherwise follow these instructions on how to update your cPanel password.
How do I enable a PHP extension, or change the PHP version
- The first thing you will want to do is login to cPanel, and head to the Select PHP Version function:
- You will see the Current PHP version selected. Select the arrow next to the current version to choose the version you want to change to
- Then click Apply
- Once the page reloads, you can tick the checkbox for any modules that you require enabled
- If the extension you require is missing, please contact support for assistance.
How do I change my PHP options?
- The first thing you want to do is login to cPanel, and head to the Select PHP Version function
- Click the Options tab to switch to PHP Options
- Once the page reloads, apply any changes to the listed options. When you click outside the field, the change will be saved.
- If the option you require is missing, please contact support for assistance.
Last updated November 30, 2023