Check Current PHP Version
- Login to cPanel
- Go to MultiPHP Manager
- Your domains are listed with their PHP versions
Change PHP Version
- cPanel > MultiPHP Manager
- Check the box next to your domain
- Select the desired PHP version from the dropdown
- Click Apply
Available Versions
- PHP 7.4 (legacy, end of life)
- PHP 8.0
- PHP 8.1
- PHP 8.2 (recommended for most sites)
- PHP 8.3 (latest)
PHP Settings (php.ini)
Go to cPanel > MultiPHP INI Editor to change:
- upload_max_filesize (file upload limit)
- post_max_size (form data limit)
- max_execution_time (script timeout)
- memory_limit (PHP memory)
Common Issues
- "500 Error" after PHP upgrade: Your code may not be compatible. Revert to previous version.
- WordPress recommends PHP 8.0 or higher