Important Notice: PHP Version Support and Security | September Update 2025

At HOSTAFRICA, your website’s security, speed, and stability are our top priorities. As part of our ongoing commitment to keeping you informed, we’re sharing our September 2025 PHP version support update. This ensures you know which PHP versions are safe to use and what steps you can take to keep your website running smoothly.

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Why PHP Version Updates Matter

PHP is the scripting language behind many websites, including WordPress, Joomla, and Laravel. Like any software, PHP releases regular updates to improve:

• Security: Protect your website from vulnerabilities.
• Performance: Benefit from faster load times.
• Compatibility: Ensure modern apps, plugins, and frameworks run smoothly.

However, older PHP versions eventually reach end-of-life (EOL), meaning they no longer receive security updates from the PHP development team.
See the official PHP supported versions list.

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Current PHP Support Policy at HOSTAFRICA

To keep your site secure and performant, HOSTAFRICA aligns PHP support with industry best practices.

Supported Versions (Fully Maintained & Free)

• PHP 8.1 and above
  These versions are actively supported and free to use on all HOSTAFRICA hosting plans.

Legacy Versions (Security-Patched Only – Additional Fee Applies)

• PHP 8.1 (from 1 January 2026)
• PHP 8.0
• PHP 7.x
• PHP 5.x
• PHP 4.x

These versions are no longer officially maintained by the PHP Group. However, HOSTAFRICA provides security-patched versions to help protect sites that still depend on them.

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Why You Should Upgrade

While we provide limited support for older versions, we strongly recommend upgrading to a fully supported PHP version. Here’s why:

• Higher security standards
• Better performance and resource usage
• Full compatibility with plugins, themes, and CMSs
• Improved SEO and user experience

Need help deciding when or how to upgrade? Check out this guide: What to Consider Before Updating PHP.

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How to Upgrade Your PHP Version

You can easily update your PHP version from your hosting control panel.

• For cPanel Users: How to Change PHP Version in cPanel
• For DirectAdmin Users: How to Update PHP in DirectAdmin

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Need Help?

Our support team is always ready to assist you with the upgrade process or any questions you may have. Reach out through your client portal or live chat for assistance.