{"id":5650,"date":"2020-05-18T14:19:34","date_gmt":"2020-05-18T08:49:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pheonixsolutions.com\/blog\/?p=5650"},"modified":"2026-11-12T09:57:02","modified_gmt":"2026-11-12T04:27:02","slug":"how-to-view-php-version-for-the-domain-in-cpanel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pheonixsolutions.com\/blog\/how-to-view-php-version-for-the-domain-in-cpanel\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Check PHP Version in cPanel: Easy Step-by-Step Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Post Date:<\/strong> May 3, 2020<br><strong>Last Updated:<\/strong> November 12, 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Introduction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Check  PHP version in cPanel<\/strong> to identify which PHP version is currently configured for your website. PHP is a widely used server-side scripting language for developing dynamic websites and web applications. PHP stands for Hypertext Preprocessor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Knowing the PHP version is important for checking application compatibility, troubleshooting website issues, and ensuring that your website works with the required PHP configuration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this article, we will explain how to check the PHP version using the Server Information section and how to find the PHP version assigned to a specific domain using MultiPHP Manager.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prerequisites<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before checking the PHP version in cPanel, make sure you have the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Active cPanel login credentials (username and password).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access to the cPanel hosting account.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A stable internet connection.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Permission to access the Server Information section.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access to MultiPHP Manager if you need to check the PHP version assigned to a specific domain.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Note: MultiPHP Manager availability depends on your hosting provider&#8217;s server configuration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Implementation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Follow the steps below to view the PHP version through your cPanel account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Log in to cPanel.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First, log in to your cPanel account using your cPanel username and password.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After logging in, you will see the cPanel dashboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pheonixsolutions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/image.png\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1016\" height=\"440\" src=\"https:\/\/pheonixsolutions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/image.png\" alt=\"How to Check PHP Version in cPanel \u2013 cPanel dashboard after logging into the hosting account.\" class=\"wp-image-13194\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pheonixsolutions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/image.png 1016w, https:\/\/pheonixsolutions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/image-300x130.png 300w, https:\/\/pheonixsolutions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/image-768x333.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1016px) 100vw, 1016px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Open Server Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under the <strong>General Information<\/strong> section on the right side of the cPanel dashboard, click <strong>Server Information<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This section displays information about your hosting server and its software configuration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pheonixsolutions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/image-1.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1016\" height=\"557\" src=\"https:\/\/pheonixsolutions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/image-1.png\" alt=\"Check PHP Version in cPanel using the Server Information option under General Information.\" class=\"wp-image-13195\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pheonixsolutions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/image-1.png 1016w, https:\/\/pheonixsolutions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/image-1-300x164.png 300w, https:\/\/pheonixsolutions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/image-1-768x421.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1016px) 100vw, 1016px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Find the PHP Version<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the Server Information page, locate the <strong>PHP Version<\/strong> entry under the <strong>Item<\/strong> column.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The corresponding version number will be displayed under the <strong>Detail<\/strong> column.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can use this information to identify the PHP version reported by the server.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pheonixsolutions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/image-2.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1017\" height=\"595\" src=\"https:\/\/pheonixsolutions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/image-2.png\" alt=\"cPanel PHP Version displayed in the Item and Detail columns on the Server Information page.\" class=\"wp-image-13196\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pheonixsolutions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/image-2.png 1017w, https:\/\/pheonixsolutions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/image-2-300x176.png 300w, https:\/\/pheonixsolutions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/image-2-768x449.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1017px) 100vw, 1017px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Check the PHP Version Assigned to a Specific Domain<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your cPanel account hosts multiple domains, each domain may use a different PHP version depending on the hosting configuration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To check the PHP version assigned to a particular domain:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Log in to your cPanel account.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Search for <strong>MultiPHP Manager<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open MultiPHP Manager.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find your domain in the domain list.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check the PHP version displayed next to that domain.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If MultiPHP Manager is available and enabled by your hosting provider, this is the appropriate place to check the PHP version assigned to an individual domain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note:<\/strong> The PHP version displayed in Server Information may represent the server&#8217;s PHP configuration. It may not always match the PHP version assigned to a particular domain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Checking the PHP version helps website administrators understand their hosting environment and identify PHP compatibility requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can use the <strong>Server Information<\/strong> section in cPanel to view the server&#8217;s PHP version. If you need to check the PHP version configured for a specific domain, use <strong>MultiPHP Manager<\/strong>, if available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. How can I check the PHP version in cPanel?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Log in to cPanel, navigate to the General Information section, and click Server Information. You can find the PHP version under the Item and Detail columns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. How do I check the PHP version for a specific domain in cPanel?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Open MultiPHP Manager in cPanel, locate your domain, and check the PHP version assigned to it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Can I change the PHP version for my domain using cPanel?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. If your hosting provider enables MultiPHP Manager, you can select your domain and choose an available PHP version.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Related Articles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pheonixsolutions.com\/blog\/php-info-page-is-not-working\/\">PHP Info Page Is Not Working<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Official Documentation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.cpanel.net\/cpanel\/software\/multiphp-manager-for-cpanel\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/docs.cpanel.net\/cpanel\/software\/multiphp-manager-for-cpanel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn how to view and manage PHP versions assigned to individual domains.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/api.docs.cpanel.net\/specifications\/cpanel.openapi\/cpanel-server-information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Official API documentation for retrieving cPanel server information.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Pheonix Solutions Can Help<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Managing PHP versions is important for maintaining website compatibility, performance, and security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pheonixsolutions.com\/web-development\/\">Pheonix Solutions<\/a> provides web development, application development, cloud solutions, and DevOps services to help businesses maintain reliable and scalable digital solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our experts can help you manage PHP configurations, troubleshoot website compatibility issues, and maintain your web applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pheonixsolutions.com\/contact\">Contact our experts<\/a> to discuss your website requirements.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Post Date: May 3, 2020Last Updated: November 12, 2026 Introduction Check PHP 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