Use Website PHP.ini with Composer Updated on August 16, 2021 by InMotion Hosting Contributor 0 Minutes, 37 Seconds to Read Some websites require a custom php.ini file due to default settings for a server. Therefore, some tasks will require you to specify to use that custom php.ini file path instead of the server default. For example, shared hosting users may use this method when software follows the server php settings by default. You can view such info in your phpinfo.php file. Below we’ll use Composer with the php.ini file of a specific website. Use Website PHP.ini Log into SSH. Type the Composer command: php -c [path-to-php.ini] [path-to-composer] [composer-options] For example: php -c /home/cpaneluser/public_html/php.ini /opt/cpanel/composer/bin/composer update Browse our Support Center to learn more about web design with PHP and PHP configuration. Share this Article InMotion Hosting Contributor Content Writer InMotion Hosting contributors are highly knowledgeable individuals who create relevant content on new trends and troubleshooting techniques to help you achieve your online goals! More Articles by InMotion Hosting Related Articles How to Edit a Website File on Your Server How to Import a Table Using phpMyAdmin Force HTTPS with the .htaccess File The Complete Guide to cPanel Backups Schedule Social Media Posts With Buffer How to Google Analytics to WordPress Without a Plugin How to Install Jekyll and Launch a New Site FTP Basics for Dedicated Servers What is your default PHP.ini file? How to Fix the Insecure SSL Error due to SHA-1 Deprecation