How to change PHP upload limit in cPanel

By default, PHP sets a limit on the size of files that can be uploaded through a web application. This limit is important for managing server resources but might need to be adjusted if your application requires larger file uploads. Increasing the PHP upload limit allows users to upload larger files to your site, such as media files or documents.

Adjusting the PHP upload limit can be done through the cPanel interface by modifying the php.ini file or through the MultiPHP INI Editor. This adjustment should be configured carefully to avoid excessive resource usage.

In cPanel, you can easily modify the upload limit settings without accessing the server directly. This allows you to customize the file size restrictions based on your website's specific requirements.

Steps to change PHP upload limit in cPanel:

  1. Log in to your cPanel account.
  2. Scroll down to the Software section and click MultiPHP INI Editor.
  3. Select the domain you want to modify from the dropdown list.
  4. Look for the upload_max_filesize and post_max_size directives.
  5. Enter the new values for each directive.

    Make sure the post_max_size is equal to or larger than upload_max_filesize to avoid errors.

  6. Click Apply to save the changes.
  7. To verify the new limits, create a `phpinfo()` file and check the current settings.