Our web servers run PHP 7+ as standard. In this version of PHP, the MySQL module has been replaced by either the ‘mysqli’ or ‘PDO_MySQL’ extension. Read more about the MySQL extension deprecation on PHP’s website. If you have a website using this module we recommend updating your code to use the latest modules. However, if […]
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What is ionCube PHP Loader?
The ionCube PHP Loader is a software component used for encoding and decoding PHP scripts. It’s primarily used to protect PHP applications and scripts from being easily viewed, modified, or copied by unauthorized users. The ionCube PHP Loader works by converting PHP code into a format that is not human-readable, making it more challenging for […]
Is it safe to update my PHP version?
Updating your PHP can instantly improve page load times as well as improve compatibility and security. If you’re switching between any 7.* version (7.0, 7.1, 7.2, 7.4, 7.4) then all modern plugins and themes should be compatible. However, if you update the PHP version and notice any negative behaviour changes then you can change back […]
How to view PHP settings on the server
View PHP settings with phpinfo Function During web development, you must often verify PHP settings. This may be performed by running a script that uses the phpinfo() function. When you open the page in a web browser, the script displays all of your website’s PHP setup information. To use the phpinfo() function to view PHP settings: Create […]
How to change the php version of an Addon Domain or Sub-domain using a php.ini file
Our Linux platform has the ability to run different versions of PHP: PHP 5.3 PHP 5.4 PHP 5.5 PHP 5.6 PHP 7.0 PHP 7.1 PHP 7.2 PHP 7.3 PHP 8.0 PHP 8.1 PHP 8.2 PHP 8.3 If you wish to switch versions on an Addon Domain or Sub-domain, kindly follow these steps: Open the .htaccess […]
How do I change PHP version?
Our Linux platform has the ability to run different versions of PHP: PHP 5.3 PHP 5.4 PHP 5.5 PHP 5.6 PHP 7.0 PHP 7.1 PHP 7.2 PHP 7.3 PHP 8.0 PHP 8.1 PHP 8.2 PHP 8.3 If you wish to switch version, kindly follow these steps: Log in to Intek Hosting Panel Choose the domain you […]
How do I access the 1-Click Apps?
When you buy a web hosting package from us, you automatically get access to a wide range of one-click install software. It’s all free to use for both commercial and personal use, meaning you can create outstanding fully-functional websites in minutes at no extra cost. To access the 1-Click Apps, ● Login to your Intek […]
Can I change my website’s PHP configuration?
Yes, you can. This is available via the Intek Stack Control Panel > Select Package > PHP Configuration section of our control panel. Alternatively, you can create a custom file in your webspace with your desired PHP configuration. Please note that PHP will only read a custom configuration once every 5 minutes, so it can take a short […]