You will need
- cPanel access
- A recent backup
Check what your site needs
Check your theme and plugins support the newer PHP version.
Open the PHP selector
In cPanel, open Select PHP Version or MultiPHP Manager.
Choose the version
Select the domain and the newer PHP version, then apply.
Test
Check key pages. If something breaks, switch back and update the plugin causing it.
Terms used in this guide
- PHP
- The programming language that powers WordPress and many websites.
- WordPress
- Free, open-source software used to build websites, blogs and online shops.
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