How do I update the PHP version in my WP blogs?

  • Resolved dtclarinet1

    (@dtclarinet1)


    4 years, 7 months ago

    In my dashboard I’ve updated everything, WP, themes, plugins, but there’s a message saying my version of PHP is outdated and needs to be updated. Also, there’s a message saying I should use https, but there’s no instruction how to update that. Shouldn’t all these things be updated with the install of WP? Thanks for any help.

    The version I have is 7.0.33 on the blog with “site health” stats. (https://blog.davidhthomas.net) The other blogs (https://glitteringmuse.com) do not say what version just that “WordPress has detected that your site is running on an insecure version of PHP.”

    I’m comfortable with going into control panel and phpmyadmin, but I have no idea what to do to update PHP version and set to use https.

    Thanks,
    David Thomas

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  • Hi David,

    PHP version and https are completely outside of WP. Before tackling either, please make sure you have an up-to-date full site backup (files and database) just in case something goes horrible wrong.

    For PHP version, check your hosting control panel for a PHP Version Selector. If you find one, update to the latest version (note – some older plugins/theme might break). If there is no PHP version selector contact your host to update your PHP version.

    For https, check your control panel for Let’s Encrypt SSL or other free SSL certificate installer. That’s just the start though. There is a bit more to https, fortunately instructions are easily found by Google. There are plugins that can make the job easier, but they aren’t required – except for a one time use of Better Search Replace.

    Thread Starter dtclarinet1

    (@dtclarinet1)

    Thanks for the quick and informative response, Kenny!

    Wish me luck!

    David

    genial, thanks!

    Grate post. Thank You for sharing useful information. Me work also on PHP Course. it is very easy to learn.

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