Are you a Bluehost user looking to change your PHP version but not sure how to do it? Well, you’ve come to the right place! In this tutorial, I will guide you through the process of changing the PHP version on your Bluehost account step by step.
Before we dive into the tutorial, let’s first understand what PHP is and why it’s important to keep it updated. PHP is a server-side scripting language that is widely used in web development. It is the backbone of many popular content management systems like WordPress, Joomla, and Drupal. Keeping your PHP version up to date is crucial for security, performance, and compatibility with the latest web technologies.
Bluehost, one of the leading web hosting providers, offers an easy way to change the PHP version for your website. Follow the steps below to update your PHP version on Bluehost:
Step 1: Log in to your Bluehost account
To get started, log in to your Bluehost account using your username and password. Once you are logged in, you will be directed to the Bluehost dashboard.
Step 2: Access the cPanel
From the Bluehost dashboard, navigate to the ‘My Sites’ tab and click on ‘Manage Site.’ This will take you to the cPanel (Control Panel) of your Bluehost account, where you can manage various aspects of your website.
Step 3: Locate the ‘PHP Config’ tool
In the cPanel, scroll down to the ‘Advanced’ section and look for the ‘PHP Config’ tool. Click on it to access the PHP configuration settings for your website.
Step 4: Select the PHP version
In the PHP Config tool, you will see a drop-down menu with a list of available PHP versions. Choose the PHP version that you want to switch to from the list. Bluehost typically offers multiple PHP versions, including the latest stable releases.
Step 5: Save the changes
After selecting the desired PHP version, click on the ‘Update’ button to save the changes. Bluehost will apply the new PHP version to your website, and you will see a confirmation message once the update is successful.
Step 6: Verify the PHP version
To confirm that the PHP version has been updated successfully, you can create a phpinfo file on your website. Simply create a new file named ‘phpinfo.php’ and add the following code:
Upload this file to your website’s root directory using an FTP client
