The PHP Version Upgrade for WordPress moves your site to a current, supported version of PHP for a fixed price of A$249. Old PHP versions no longer get security fixes, run slower and are being switched off by many hosts. I scan your theme and plugins for compatibility, test the upgrade on a staging copy, then upgrade your live site and fix any errors so it keeps working.
At a glance
- Price: A$249 fixed (AUD, GST applies for Australian customers)
- Turnaround: 3 business days
- Platforms: WordPress and WooCommerce
- Service area: Delivered online for businesses in Australia, New Zealand, the United States and Canada
What's included
- PHP compatibility scan of theme and plugins
- Upgrade tested on a staging copy first
- PHP version upgraded on your live host
- Fatal errors and warnings fixed in theme code
- Incompatible plugins updated or replaced
- Error log checked after the upgrade
- Speed comparison before and after
What's not included
Rebuilding custom plugins with major compatibility problems, hosting plan changes and WordPress redesigns are not included. If the scan finds major issues, you get a quote before any extra work.
Who it's for
WordPress site owners whose host has warned that their PHP version is outdated, or whose site shows a "PHP update required" notice in the dashboard.
Delivery
Completed within 3 business days of receiving hosting and admin access.
How it works
- Order the package. I contact you within one business day..
- Share access. You send hosting and WordPress logins..
- Test on staging. The new PHP version is tested on a copy of your site..
- Upgrade live. Live site upgraded, errors fixed and checked..
Work is completed by Mark Serdina, a Sydney-based Shopify, WordPress and SEO developer.
Need a full update too? See WordPress Plugin and Core Updates and Website Speed Optimisation.
New to ordering? Read how it works and the Shop FAQ, or book a free 15-minute consultation.
Frequently asked questions
Why upgrade PHP?
Supported PHP versions get security fixes and run WordPress noticeably faster. Many hosts are retiring old versions, which can take sites offline.
Which PHP version will you use?
The newest version your host supports that your theme and plugins are compatible with, tested on staging first.
Will my site break?
Testing on a staging copy first means problems are found and fixed before the live site changes.
What if a plugin is not compatible?
It is updated or replaced with a compatible alternative. Major custom code changes are quoted first.
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