PHP Hosting in India with a PHP Version Selector
Run PHP sites and apps on cPanel with PHP 7.1 and newer, chosen per site, LiteSpeed, MariaDB 10.6, SSH and Git. Plans start at ₹35.40 a month with a 7-day money-back guarantee.
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Popular PHP Apps You Can Host
Most of the web runs on PHP. Install these apps with Softaculous, or upload your own PHP code and pick the PHP version it needs. Each has its own guide: WordPress hosting, Joomla hosting, Drupal hosting and OpenCart hosting.
PHP Hosting Plans & Prices
PHP hosting on cPanel with a PHP version selector, NVMe SSD storage, free SSL, daily backups and support from 9 AM to 12 midnight IST.
Save up to 30% with annual billing
₹35.40 /mo
₹339.84 /yr
CH-1
Entry tier; ideal for a single website.
5GB NVME SSD Disk Space
2TB Bandwidth
Host 1 website
5 Email Accounts
Support 9 AM–12 midnight IST
98.5% Uptime Guarantee
₹94.40 /mo
₹849.60 /yr
CH-2
Medium performance, low cost hosting with SSD for the perfect starter plan.
25GB NVME SSD Disk Space
Unmetered Bandwidth
Host 3 websites
Unlimited Email Accounts
Support 9 AM–12 midnight IST
98.5% Uptime Guarantee
₹352.82 /mo
₹2,963.69 /yr
CH-3
High performance, low cost hosting with SSD for the perfect starter plan.
Unlimited NVME SSD Disk Space
Unmetered Bandwidth
Host Unlimited websites
Unlimited Email Accounts
Support 9 AM–12 midnight IST
98.5% Uptime Guarantee
PHP Hosting Specifications
What every CH plan gives a PHP site, per hosting account
| Item | On ShoHost CH plans |
|---|---|
| PHP versions | 7.1 and newer, selectable per site in cPanel |
| Web server | LiteSpeed |
| Database | MySQL / MariaDB 10.6 |
| SSH, Terminal and Git | Included |
| Staging | Included |
| App installer | Softaculous (included) |
| Resources per account | 1 CPU core, 4 GB RAM, 40 entry processes, 40 MB/s I/O |
| Backups | Daily, kept 3 days + 1 weekly copy in Google Drive |
| Security | Imunify360 malware scanning and firewall, free SSL |
| Data centre | ShoHost's own data centre, Erode |
Who PHP Hosting Is For
CH plans suit most PHP websites in India, from a first blog to client sites for an agency.
Beginners
Start with cPanel, Softaculous and the SitePad builder, with WhatsApp help when you get stuck.
Small businesses
Run a company site, a WordPress blog or a small shop on one account, with business email included.
Developers
Deploy Laravel, CodeIgniter or your own PHP code with SSH, Terminal and Git, and set the PHP version per site.
Freelancers and agencies
Host many client sites on CH-3, the only unlimited plan. For selling hosting to clients, see reseller hosting.
Host Laravel, CodeIgniter, WordPress and Custom PHP Apps
Any app that runs on standard PHP and MySQL can run on a CH plan.
Content sites usually start with a ready app from Softaculous, such as WordPress, Joomla or Drupal. Framework projects like Laravel or CodeIgniter, and hand-written PHP, can be uploaded and managed over SSH and Git, the same tools our Drupal hosting customers use for Composer.
Every site gets MySQL/MariaDB 10.6 databases, and staging is included so you can try changes before they reach visitors. For WordPress-specific help such as LiteSpeed Cache, read our WordPress hosting page.
Each account has 1 CPU core, 4 GB RAM, 40 entry processes and 40 MB/s I/O. Extra resources are available to buy if a busy app needs more.
PHP 8 Hosting with a Per-Site PHP Version Selector
Choose PHP 7.1 or a newer version for each site, including current PHP 8 releases.
Older apps can stay on the PHP version they were built for while new projects use PHP 8, all on the same account. You pick the version in cPanel and enable the PHP extensions your app needs.
Not sure which version or extension your app needs? Message us on WhatsApp at +91 94880 91432 or email support@shohost.com, 9 AM to 12 midnight IST, and we will check it for you.
Cheap PHP Hosting: Compare CH-1, CH-2 and CH-3
Same PHP features on every plan; the difference is how many sites and how much space.
| Feature | CH-1 | CH-2 | CH-3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Websites | 1 | 3 | Unlimited |
| NVMe storage | 5 GB | 25 GB | Unlimited |
| Bandwidth | 2 TB | Unmetered | Unmetered |
| MySQL databases | 5 | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Email accounts | 5 | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| PHP version selector | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SSH, Terminal and Git | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Free SSL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Price (monthly) | ₹35.40 | ₹94.40 | ₹352.82 |
| Best for | One PHP site or a first project | A business site plus two more | Freelancers and agencies with many sites |
Hosting Features Included With Every Plan
These features are included with all of our hosting plans.
CloudLinux Security
cPanel hosting runs with CloudLinux tenant isolation and malware scanning on supported servers.
Scalability
Start with what you need and move to more powerful options as your website grows.
1-Click Installer
No need to dig into a bunch of documentation. Simply install web apps like WordPress, Joomla!.
98.5% Uptime Guarantee
The availability of your website is our top priority. We stand by that fact with our uptime guarantee.
Nonvolatile Memory Express Solid State Drives (NVME SSD)
With NVME SSDs, your website, caching, and database queries are faster by our calculations.
WhatsApp support in ~10 min
Message us on WhatsApp at +91 94880 91432 or email support@shohost.com, 9 AM to 12 midnight IST.
Security and Backups for PHP Sites
Protection that comes with every CH plan, at no extra cost.
Imunify360
Malware scanning and a firewall on shared hosting accounts.
Free SSL
AutoSSL on eligible domains, so your PHP site loads over HTTPS.
Daily backups
Kept for 3 days, plus 1 weekly copy in Google Drive.
cPanel 2FA
Two-factor authentication for your cPanel login.
Fast PHP Hosting on LiteSpeed and NVMe
PHP sites are served by the LiteSpeed web server from NVMe SSD storage in our own data centre in Erode.
LiteSpeed works with LSCache plugins for popular PHP apps, and NVMe storage speeds up file and database reads. Visitors in India are served from India.
If a slow theme or heavy plugins are the problem, our website speed optimization service (sold separately) can help.
PHP Hosting vs Other ShoHost Options
Pick the product that fits the job.
| Option | Good for |
|---|---|
| PHP hosting (CH plans) | Your own PHP sites and apps on cPanel, from ₹35.40/mo |
| WordPress hosting | WordPress sites, with WordPress-specific guidance on the same CH plans |
| Reseller hosting | Selling cPanel hosting accounts to your own clients |
| Dedicated server | Large apps that need a whole server and root access |
Move Your PHP Site to ShoHost
Free website migration within your plan's limits, handled with our support team.
Tell us where your site is hosted now by email at support@shohost.com or on WhatsApp at +91 94880 91432 (9 AM to 12 midnight IST). We move the files and database to your new CH plan so you can check it before you switch your domain. Hosting plans include a 7-day money-back guarantee.
How to Get Started with PHP Hosting
1. Choose a plan
CH-1 for one site, CH-2 for three, CH-3 for unlimited sites. Compare them in the plans above.
2. Order online
Check out on the ShoHost store and get your cPanel login by email.
3. Launch your site
Install an app, upload your PHP code, or ask us to move your existing site.
Expert Hosting Support Our Customers Love
9 AM – 12 midnight IST We answer on WhatsApp, usually within ~10 min.
PHP Hosting FAQs
Straight answers about PHP hosting plans, billing, and support. Still have questions? Contact us
Which PHP versions do ShoHost hosting plans support?
Every CH plan supports PHP 7.1 and newer, including current PHP 8 releases. You choose the PHP version for each site in cPanel, so an older app and a new one can run side by side on the same account.
What is the cheapest PHP hosting plan?
CH-1 at ₹35.40 a month (₹339.84 a year) hosts one PHP website with 5 GB NVMe storage, 2 TB bandwidth, 5 MySQL databases and 5 email accounts. CH-2 at ₹94.40 a month hosts three sites, and CH-3 at ₹352.82 a month is the unlimited plan.
Can I run Laravel or other PHP frameworks?
Yes, PHP frameworks and custom PHP code run on CH plans, and SSH access, Terminal and Git are included for managing your code. Each account has 1 CPU core and 4 GB RAM, so very heavy apps may need more resources, which you can buy as an add-on.
Which database comes with PHP hosting?
Plans include MySQL/MariaDB 10.6. CH-1 has 5 databases; CH-2 and CH-3 have unlimited databases.
Is there a refund if PHP hosting does not suit my site?
Yes. Hosting plans have a 7-day money-back guarantee. It covers hosting only; other products such as licenses are sold separately.
How do I get help with my PHP site?
Message us on WhatsApp at +91 94880 91432 or email support@shohost.com, 9 AM to 12 midnight IST.
Is PHP hosting the same as shared hosting?
Yes. PHP hosting at ShoHost runs on the same CH cPanel shared hosting plans. This page explains the PHP side: versions, databases, frameworks and limits.
Can I host WordPress and CodeIgniter on the same account?
Yes, as long as the plan allows enough websites: CH-1 hosts one site, CH-2 three, and CH-3 unlimited. You can pick a different PHP version for each site.
Can I change PHP settings and extensions?
You select the PHP version for each site in cPanel and can enable the PHP extensions your app needs. If your app needs a setting you cannot find, ask support and we will check it for your account.
Do you move my existing PHP site for free?
Yes. Free website migration is available within your plan's limits through support. Send your old hosting details to support@shohost.com or WhatsApp +91 94880 91432.
Is PHP hosting good for beginners?
Yes. cPanel, Softaculous and the SitePad website builder let you start without coding, and support answers on WhatsApp from 9 AM to 12 midnight IST.