In this article, I will show you how to easily change the PHP version for each domain. Versions PHP 8. 0 to 8. 3 are now available. Version 7. 4 is still available for backward compatibility but is no longer recommended.
Changing the PHP Version
Login to the Web Interface: Log in to the web interface (Plesk).
Select Domain: Go to „Domains“ and select the website for which you want to change the PHP version.
Adjust PHP Settings: Click on „PHP Settings. “
Select PHP Version: Choose the desired PHP version (8. 0 to 8. 3).
Save Selection: Click „Ok“ to save the new PHP version.
The new setting will be active after about 3 minutes.
FastCGI vs. FPM: What is the Difference?
FastCGI:
Performance: FastCGI offers better performance compared to traditional CGI because it doesn’t start a new process for each request.
Stability: FastCGI processes run isolated, which means they aren’t affected by crashes of other processes.
Usage: Ideal for smaller applications and websites with moderate traffic.
FPM (FastCGI Process Manager):
Performance: FPM further optimizes FastCGI, offering better performance and scalability for PHP applications.
Stability: FPM can manage different pools of PHP processes with various configurations, providing more flexibility and stability.
Usage: Best for large websites and applications with high traffic, requiring efficient resource management.