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How to Use MultiPHP Manager: Set PHP Version per Domain

Managing your PHP configurations has always been easy with MultiPHP Manager. Whether you need to manage your System PHP version or set the PHP version per domain in your hosting account, this tool allows you to do so, giving you control over how your websites operate.



MultiPHP Manager

MultiPHP Manager allows you to manage your account's PHP configuration easily. On the MultiPHP Manager page, you can update and change the PHP version.

It consists of the following:

  • The Domain Name.
  • The PHP version that the domain currently uses.
  • The Inherited label is used if the domain inherits its PHP version from the System PHP version.

    Note:  Domain set to the inherent value indicates that it doesn't have its own PHP version explicitly set.

  • A PHP-FPM is enabled or disabled indicator.

Set PHP Version per Domain

MultiPHP Manager allows you to manage your account's PHP configuration easily. On the MultiPHP Manager page, you can update and set the PHP version per domain.

  1. Log in to your Bluehost Account Manager.
  2. Click the Hosting tab from the side navigation menu to the left.
    Bluehost Dashboard highlighting 'Hosting' tab
  3. Choose the Hosting Package name you want to manage under the All My Hosting Packages section. 
    • If you have multiple Hosting packages on your account, click the MANAGE button on the package you want to manage.
    • If you only have a single Hosting package on your account, you will be rerouted to the Hosting Overview page.
  4. Under Quick Links in Server Information, click on CPANEL.
    Bluehost Dashboard highlighting 'CPANEL' button under Quick Links
  5. In the cPanel dashboard, scroll down and locate Software. Then, click on MultiPHP Manager.
    MultiPHP Manager icon under Software
  6. You will see a list of domains with their current PHP version. Select the domains you need to update from the list and click on the PHP Version drop-down on the top right.
    Drop-down to select PHP version
  7. Choose the PHP version that is compatible with your website and click the Apply button.

    Note: If your website does not work after updating the PHP version, please see this article: What to do if my Website Does Not Support Newer Versions of PHP.

If you are interested in learning more about the extensive description of configuring the php.ini file, you may visit these PHP Documents for more help.

Summary

MultiPHP Manager is an easy way to manage and configure the PHP version for each domain in your hosting account. Learn how to navigate this tool and your System PHP configuration to enable site performance. These steps set you up very well to handle your PHP configurations successfully and ensure your online presence runs smoothly.

If you need further assistance, feel free to contact us via Chat or Phone:

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  • Phone Support -
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You may also refer to our Knowledge Base articles to help answer common questions and guide you through various setup, configuration, and troubleshooting steps.

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