Still running PHP 7.4? If you’re seeing warnings in your WordPress dashboard about outdated PHP versions, it’s time to upgrade — and Foxtrot Media is here to help you do it safely and easily.

⚠️ What This Warning Means

WordPress displays this message when your server is running an old version of PHP — the scripting language that powers WordPress. PHP 7.4 stopped receiving security updates, which puts your site at risk and may slow it down.

💡 Why Upgrade to PHP 8?

  • Security: PHP 8+ is actively supported and patched.
  • Speed: Faster load times and improved performance.
  • Compatibility: Newer plugins and themes may stop working with older PHP versions.
  • Future-Proof: WordPress is moving forward, and so should your stack.

🛠️ How Foxtrot Media Makes It Easy

Whether you host with us or not, we’ve got options for a safe and stress-free upgrade:

🔄 Our Simple 4-Step Upgrade Process

  1. Site Checkup – We scan for plugin and theme compatibility.
  2. Staging (Optional) – Clone your site to test PHP 8 safely.
  3. Live Upgrade – We upgrade PHP and resolve any issues.
  4. Post-Upgrade Support – We monitor for any bugs or errors.

📞 Let’s Upgrade Your Site

Don’t wait for an error or security breach. Whether you’re a Foxtrot Media hosting customer or not, we’re here to help you move to PHP 8 with confidence.

Request a Free PHP Upgrade Consultation

Brian Singer

Principal
With over 20 years of website development experience, Brian brings a wealth of knowledge around data processing, website hosting, high-level marketing strategy, SEO, and more. Brian is a graduate from the McDonogh School, holds a B.F.A. in Imaging Arts and Sciences from Rochester Institute of Technology and serves on the board of several non-profits.

Brian Singer

Principal
With over 20 years of website development experience, Brian brings a wealth of knowledge around data processing, website hosting, high-level marketing strategy, SEO, and more. Brian is a graduate from the McDonogh School, holds a B.F.A. in Imaging Arts and Sciences from Rochester Institute of Technology and serves on the board of several non-profits.