How to Change the PHP Version for Your Domain in Webuzo

Different applications need different PHP versions. A modern WordPress site runs best on the latest PHP, while an older script might only work on an earlier release. Webuzo lets you pick the PHP version per domain, so each site gets exactly what it needs.

Change your PHP version

Log in to your Webuzo Enduser Panel.
Open the PHP section and click Select PHP Version (or PHP Version Manager).
Choose the domain, then pick the PHP version you want from the list.
Click Save. The change applies right away.

Which PHP version should you choose?

Newer is usually better — recent PHP versions are faster and more secure.
Check your app first — confirm your CMS, theme and plugins support the version before upgrading a live site.
Test after changing — browse a few pages, including forms and the admin area, to catch any errors.

If a site breaks after an upgrade, simply switch back to the previous version while you update the software.

Need to tweak PHP settings too?

Memory limit, upload size and execution time are all adjustable. See how to edit PHP settings in Webuzo.

Frequently asked questions

Will changing PHP break my website?

It can if your software is not compatible with the new version. Test on a staging copy first where possible, and keep the option to revert.

Which PHP version does WordPress need?

WordPress recommends a current, supported PHP version for the best speed and security. Update your plugins and theme first, then move up.

My site shows a blank page after changing PHP.

Switch back to the previous version to restore the site, then update your application before trying again.