PHP 8.0 Update
June 9, 2022
To keep your site safe, secure and performing well, your server needs to run the latest version of PHP. Websites that rely on this core web technology – including WordPress sites – must be updated before Nov. 28, 2022.
Version 8.0 is the currently supported and recommended version of PHP. This version will be supported with security updates through Nov. 26, 2023, while support for PHP version 7.4 ends this November 28. All older PHP versions – including versions 7.3, 7.2, 7.1, 7.0, 5.6 or 5.4 – are no longer supported and MUST be updated as soon as possible.
Websites running unsupported versions of PHP are vulnerable to hacker intrusion, compatibility issues, and poor performance.
The latest version of PHP includes the most recent security updates to protect you and your web visitors. Current versions also provide the latest performance enhancements and upgrades to keep your site running at its best. Unsupported versions, however, are no longer updated and are therefore vulnerable and potentially dangerous.
To help protect our clients, we conduct audits of their websites on a yearly basis and make recommendations based on issues we find, including upgrading PHP. We also offer affordable solutions to remedy any compatibility problems we discover – including custom code updates that might be required when upgrading to the latest version of PHP. We will always provide an estimate in advance for any such updates.
If you're not sure what version of PHP your site uses – or if you've been seeing error messages, performance slow downs, or security issues – please reach out and we will conduct a FREE audit of your site and let you know what needs to be fixed.
Some web hosting companies offer legacy support allowing you to run older versions of PHP (including IONOS, our preferred webhosting partner), however this support incurs monthly charges. In less than a year, those fees will add up to more than what it costs to update your server AND your site will continue to remain vulnerable.
The best and safest solution is to update your website to the latest, supported version of PHP!
WE CAN HELP: If you need assistance updating your website or have questions, please Contact Us.
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