Using PHP Selector to change your PHP version, modify extensions

All shared web hosting, semi-dedicated, and reseller hosting plans have full PHP control through the PHP Selector interface in cPanel.

Changing PHP versions

1. Log in to cPanel and search for Select PHP Version:

   

2. Select the My domains menu:

   

3. Use the dropdown to select your new PHP version and click Set as Current:

   

Enabling or disabling PHP extensions

1. From the Select PHP Version interface, select the Extensions menu:

   

2. Use the checkbox next to each extension to enable or disable as needed:

   

Adjusting PHP settings

Common PHP settings include:

• max_execution_time — How long a PHP script can run before timing out
• max_input_vars — Number of GET/POST variables accepted
• memory_limit — Maximum RAM a single PHP process can use
• upload_max_filesize — Maximum size for file uploads processed through PHP

1. From the Select PHP Version interface, select the Options menu:

   

2. Use the dropdowns and fields to adjust settings as needed:

   

3. Changes are saved automatically — a confirmation dialog appears in the top right:

   

PHP path for cron jobs

The correct path for PHP in cron jobs and scripts is: /usr/local/bin/php