If your WordPress dashboard warns that your PHP version is outdated, it is time to plan an upgrade. Foxtrot Media can help you assess compatibility and move to a supported PHP release.
What the warning means
PHP is the scripting language that powers WordPress. PHP 7.4 no longer receives security updates from the PHP project. Your hosting provider may offer extended support, so confirm your coverage and plan a move to a supported release.
Why upgrade PHP?
- Security: Supported PHP releases receive security fixes.
- Speed: Newer PHP releases can improve application performance.
- Compatibility: Newer plugins and themes may stop working with older PHP versions.
- Maintainability: A supported runtime makes ongoing WordPress maintenance easier.
How Foxtrot Media can help
Whether you host with Foxtrot Media or another provider, our upgrade process starts with a review of your site’s requirements.
Our four-step upgrade process
- Compatibility review: We scan for plugin and theme compatibility.
- Staging, when needed: Test the upgrade on a copy of your site.
- Deployment: We upgrade PHP and resolve any issues.
- Follow-up support: We monitor for any bugs or errors.
Plan your PHP upgrade
Contact our team to review your WordPress installation, identify compatibility concerns, and plan your PHP upgrade.
