Published: June 2023
Updated: February 2025

How to Change Your PHP Version on AxiomHost (Full 2023–2025 Guide)

Introduction

Different websites and applications require different PHP versions for speed, security, and compatibility. AxiomHost allows you to easily switch between PHP versions — including PHP 7.4, PHP 8.0, PHP 8.1, PHP 8.2, and PHP 8.3 — depending on your website’s needs.

Whether you’re running WordPress, Laravel, Opencart, WHMCS, or a custom project, this guide shows exactly how to change your PHP version using:

• cPanel (Shared/Cloud Hosting)

• AxiomHost VPS (CyberPanel or WHM)

1. Why Change Your PHP Version?

✔ Better Performance

Newer PHP versions are twice as fast as older ones.

✔ Improved Security

Older PHP versions (7.3 and below) no longer receive security updates.

✔ Plugin & Theme Compatibility

Some WordPress plugins require PHP 8+.

✔ Required for Modern Applications

Frameworks like Laravel and Symfony require updated versions.

2. How to Change PHP Version in cPanel (AxiomHost Shared/Cloud Hosting)

This is the fastest and recommended method.

STEP 1 — Log in to cPanel

Go to:

???? https://yourdomain.com/cpanel

or
???? Client Area → Services → Login to cPanel

STEP 2 — Open “Select PHP Version”

Scroll to the Software section:

Click:
✔ Select PHP Version
(also known as MultiPHP Manager on some servers)

STEP 3 — Choose Your Domain

You will see a list of domains and subdomains hosted on your account.

Select the domain you want to modify.

STEP 4 — Select a PHP Version

Choose your preferred PHP version:

• PHP 7.4 (legacy)

• PHP 8.0

• PHP 8.1

• PHP 8.2 (recommended)

• PHP 8.3 (latest & fastest)

STEP 5 — Click “Set as Current”

Your website will immediately begin using the new PHP version.

3. How to Change PHP Extensions

Still on the same page:

✔ Enable/disable extensions like:

• intl

• zip

• imagick

• ioncube

• curl

• mysqli

• gd

• mbstring

Just check/uncheck and click Save.

4. How to Change PHP Version on AxiomHost VPS

If your hosting is on a Virtual Private Server:

CyberPanel VPS

Go to:

???? https://your-server-ip:8090

Login → Websites → List Websites → Manage

Click:

✔ Change PHP Version
Select the version and apply.

WHM/cPanel VPS (Root Access)

1. Log into WHM

2. Go to MultiPHP Manager

3. Select domain

4. Choose PHP version

5. Apply

To adjust PHP extensions:

WHM → EasyApache 4

5. Recommended PHP Versions for Popular Applications

WordPress

✔ PHP 8.2 (Best Performance)
✔ PHP 8.1 (Compatible)

Laravel

✔ PHP 8.1 or PHP 8.2

WHMCS

✔ PHP 8.1 (Most stable)

Opencart

✔ PHP 8.1

Custom Scripts

Choose version required by developer.

6. Common Problems & Solutions

❌ “Website breaks after changing PHP version”

✔ Some plugins/themes don’t support newer PHP
✔ Switch back to previous version

❌ “500 Internal Server Error”

✔ Missing required PHP extension
✔ Enable:

• mbstring

• json

• curl

• mysqli

❌ “Deprecated warnings showing”

✔ Enable production mode
✔ Update scripts/plugins/themes

❌ “White screen (WordPress)”

✔ Disable incompatible plugin via File Manager
✔ Revert PHP version temporarily

7. How to Verify Your PHP Version

Create a file called phpinfo.php inside public_html:

Visit:

Delete the file after checking for security.

Conclusion

Changing your PHP version on AxiomHost is simple, fast, and essential for keeping your website secure, compatible, and high-performing. AxiomHost offers complete flexibility, allowing you to choose the best PHP version for your WordPress site, e-commerce store, or custom application.

Whether you're a beginner in Nigeria or a developer in the US/UK, AxiomHost ensures smooth PHP management with top-tier performance.