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Asked: 2026-05-29T21:40:12+00:00

My ultimate, simple goal, is to install WordPress. Unfortunately, WordPress requires PHP 5.2.4 or

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My ultimate, simple goal, is to install WordPress.

Unfortunately, WordPress requires PHP 5.2.4 or greater, while the server my site is hosted on is only running 5.2.17. When I contacted Earthlink, they said they couldn’t update it, but that I could.

However, after a little bit of searching, I’m not sure where to begin. I have very little command line experience, and no Linux experience. I’m not even sure what flavor of Linux they’re using. Does anyone know of any walkthrough guides or tutorials?

The odd thing is, Earthlink has a WordPress installer built in to their control center (I’m opting for an FTP install, because I want to install in a subdomain). So alternatively, can I get away with installing on the server with PHP 5.2.17? If they’re doing it, why can’t I?

Thanks,
Scott

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  1. Editorial Team

    I don’t think you understand PHP versions. PHP 5.2.17 is a newer version than 5.2.4. WordPress should work just fine on 5.2.17. Have you run into issues while installing it?

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