How to Upload a `php.ini` File to Your Addon Domain on Esadax

Author:Fraser Lennox
Updated:Jul 6, 2025

If your website is not functioning correctly, you may need to adjust its PHP configuration by uploading a php.ini file to your addon domain. Below are step-by-step instructions for uploading this file:


Step 1: Access cPanel

  1. Log in to your cPanel account using your credentials.
  2. Navigate to the File Manager section (usually found under "Files" or "Home").
  3. Locate the folder corresponding to your addon domain.

Step 2: Upload the php.ini File

  1. Download the appropriate php.ini file from the provided links based on your desired PHP version.
  2. Rename the downloaded file to php.ini.
  3. Use the cPanel file upload feature or transfer the file via an FTP client to the addon domain folder.

Step 3: Verify Upload

  • Ensure the file is uploaded correctly by checking the folder via cPanel's file manager or using an SSH command.
  • If you're unsure, use an FTP client like FileZilla to confirm the file's presence.

Step 4: Apply Configuration (Optional)

  1. After uploading, restart your server or apply changes through your control panel if necessary.
  2. Verify that the PHP configuration is correctly applied by checking your website or logs.

Notes:

  • Replace placeholders with your actual cPanel username and addon domain path.
  • Ensure the file size is appropriate for your hosting plan.
  • Check for existing php.ini files to avoid conflicts.