How to Fix "Your Site is Running on an Older Version of PHP" | Update PHP Version in WordPress
Is WordPress showing you the warning "Your site is running on an older
version of PHP"? Don't ignore it! In this video, I'll show you exactly
how to fix this issue step by step — without breaking your website.
🔧 What You'll Learn:
✅ What the PHP version warning means and why it matters
✅ How to check your current PHP version in cPanel / hosting dashboard
✅ How to safely update PHP to the latest version (PHP 8.1, 8.2, or 8.3)
✅ What to do before updating PHP (backup tips)
✅ How to fix plugin or theme conflicts after a PHP update
⚠️ Why You Should Update PHP:
Running an outdated PHP version puts your site at serious security risk.
WordPress itself recommends PHP 8.0 or higher for better performance,
security, and compatibility with modern plugins and themes.
🛠️ Works With All Major Hosting Providers:
cPanel-based hosting (Namecheap, Bluehost, Hostinger, SiteGround)
CloudWays
Kinsta
WP Engine
Any shared hosting with a PHP selector
⏱️ Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
0:15 - What is the PHP version warning?
0:20 - How to check your PHP version in WordPress site health
0:30 - How to update PHP in cPanel
1:40 - Final tips and recommendations
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