Where can I find the PHP ini file on my server?

Where can I find the PHP ini file on my server?

The location of the PHP ini file can vary depending on your server setup. You can usually find it in the following locations:

1. /etc/php.ini
2. /etc/php/7.x/apache2/php.ini (for Apache)
3. /etc/php/7.x/cli/php.ini (for CLI)

You can also create a PHP file with phpinfo(); to check the exact location.

How do I check the PHP version on my server?

You can check the PHP version by running the command php -v in the terminal or by creating a PHP file with the following code:

<?php
phpinfo();
?>

Access this file through your web browser to see the PHP version.

Can I change the PHP ini settings without restarting the server?

Yes, many settings can be changed at runtime using the ini_set() function in your PHP scripts. However, some settings require a server restart to take effect.

What are some common settings I might want to change in the PHP ini file?

Common settings to change include:

• memory_limit
• upload_max_filesize
• post_max_size
• max_execution_time
• error_reporting Make sure to adjust these according to your application's needs.