OCT 26 UPDATE: The ability to roll back to a version earlier than PHP 8.1, will remain available in the software update tool, through Sunday, November 26- the last day of security support by PHP. Earlier version options will be permanently removed on Monday, November 27, 2023.
PHP 8.0 will lose security support on November 26, 2023. VIP prioritizes your application’s security, and we are committed to ensuring all customers have updated to PHP 8.1 ahead of this date. Below, you will find VIP’s PHP 8.1 update timeline.
If customers have not updated their environments by the dates outlined, VIP will update the environments on the customer’s behalf. Please note that any updates made by VIP could result in issues if the proper customer testing has not been completed. If issues arise, we’ll do our best to assist where we can, but ask that you please test and deploy the update ahead of this schedule, to avoid any interruptions. This update cannot be deferred, and VIP is here to support you and your team as you work toward it.
PHP 8.1 Timeline for Non-Updated Environments
Monday, October 30, 2023
VIP Updates Non-Production Environments to PHP 8.1
VIP will begin updating all non-production environments that are not yet on PHP 8.1. We are proceeding with non-production environments first in order to provide customers time to address any issues that arise as a result of the update, before updating production.
Monday, November 13, 2023
VIP Updates Production Environments to PHP 8.1
VIP will begin updating all production environments that are not yet on PHP 8.1. After this date, working with your teams on post-update issues will be the priority.
Earlier PHP Version Options Removed
The option to select PHP version 7.4 (deprecated) and 8.0 is removed from the software management tool.
Sunday, November 26, 2023
PHP 8.0 End of Life
Security support for PHP 8.0 ends.
How can VIP help?
Support
VIP is here to help along the way, and our Support team is always available to answer questions as you and your team work through the update. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need assistance.
Tooling
Your application’s software version can be managed directly by you in the VIP Dashboard.
Partners
Could your team benefit from experienced, extra hands to address this update? We’d be happy to connect you to one of our Featured Partner agencies who can assist via a short-term engagement. Our Partnerships team would be happy to recommend a partner who would be a good fit. If you’re interested in being connected with a partner, please submit the form on this page, and our Partnerships team will be in touch.
Documentation
We have helpful documentation available to guide you through preparing your application code for a PHP update.
PHP 8.2
In case you missed it, VIP is pleased to announce the release of PHP 8.2. If your team would love to stay ahead of the PHP update curve, we recommend testing and updating to PHP 8.2 this year. This means your team would not need to tackle another PHP update until late 2025!
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