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How to change or upgrade PHP Version
How to change or upgrade PHP Version

Wordify allows you to choose which version of PHP you would like your site to run on. This article explains how to make that happen

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Written by Nick
Updated over 3 years ago

Upgrading (or downgrading) your PHP version is really easy on Wordify. Later versions of PHP usually provide performance and security enhancements so it's worth running the latest version your site supports.

How to change PHP Version on Wordify

  1. From the Sites Page, Click the Pencil Icon next to the site you wish to update.

  2. Go to Hosting > PHP

  3. Select Edit Next to the PHP Version

  4. Choose the version you need and click Confirm

Please note it can take up to 10 seconds for the version change to take effect.

How do I check with WordPress which version of PHP my site is running?

The WordPress Site Health section allows you to see which version of PHP your site is running. Follow these steps to make it happen:

  1. Open and login to your WP Admin area

  2. Goto Tools > Site Health

  3. Click on the "Info" tab and open up the Server section

  4. Here you will find PHP Version

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