Moodle and PHP Versions: Requirements and Installation Guide
Moodle is a powerful Course Management System (CMS), also known as a Learning Management System (LMS) or Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). This free web application allows educators to create engaging and interactive online learning environments. Understanding the correct Moodle and PHP versions ensures smooth installation and optimal performance.
Moodle installation requirements
Moodle 3.11 is compatible with all of our servers by default. You can access Softaculous in your cPanel under the Software/Services section to streamline the installation process. Moodle requires PHP 7.4 or above, and it is strongly recommended to use the latest PHP versions supported by your server for the best performance and security.
For more details on compatibility, refer to the following article:
How to install Moodle
Please note that these steps are only applicable to Linux servers.
- Log in to cPanel.
- Navigate to the Software section, then click on the Softaculous Apps Installer icon.
- In Softaculous, search for Moodle using the search box in the upper-left corner. Then, click on Install.
- Fill out the installation details.
- Installation URL - Enter the domain name to be used for the installation.
- Admin email address, username, and password - This will be used to log in to your Moodle dashboard.
- Click on the Install button.