Gradual updating of client websites with managed PHP
Posted: Tue Apr 22, 2025 5:22 am
To ensure stability and minimize risk, our PHP 8.2 upgrade process was gradual and carefully controlled. After initial server testing, we performed a phased upgrade, starting with a batch of five servers, then scaling to 50, 250, and finally 500 shared servers per week. This phased approach allowed us to quickly detect and resolve any potential issues.
By mid-September, the PHP 8.2 upgrade was complete for all our shared hosting servers. At the end of August, we began the process of upgrading our cloud servers, which went as planned and was successfully completed by the end of October.
For those still using PHP 7.4, we strongly recommend upgrading to PHP 8.2
For customers who maintain their own version of PHP and are still using PHP 7.4, we encourage rcs data iran you to quickly upgrade to PHP 8.2, as this version is more secure, faster, and fully supported. Versions below 8.2 are no longer supported by PHP developers and become increasingly vulnerable over time. Note that PHP 7.3 will be removed from SiteGround's servers in 2025, as it reaches the end of its lifecycle. For your convenience, we offer a PHP compatibility check , performed by our technical experts as part of the Expert Care service.
We're pleased to have successfully completed the major upgrade to PHP 8.2, while maintaining our commitment to a secure and up-to-date hosting environment. As always, our team is here to help you with any questions and advice you may need to get the most out of PHP and beyond!
By mid-September, the PHP 8.2 upgrade was complete for all our shared hosting servers. At the end of August, we began the process of upgrading our cloud servers, which went as planned and was successfully completed by the end of October.
For those still using PHP 7.4, we strongly recommend upgrading to PHP 8.2
For customers who maintain their own version of PHP and are still using PHP 7.4, we encourage rcs data iran you to quickly upgrade to PHP 8.2, as this version is more secure, faster, and fully supported. Versions below 8.2 are no longer supported by PHP developers and become increasingly vulnerable over time. Note that PHP 7.3 will be removed from SiteGround's servers in 2025, as it reaches the end of its lifecycle. For your convenience, we offer a PHP compatibility check , performed by our technical experts as part of the Expert Care service.
We're pleased to have successfully completed the major upgrade to PHP 8.2, while maintaining our commitment to a secure and up-to-date hosting environment. As always, our team is here to help you with any questions and advice you may need to get the most out of PHP and beyond!