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BuddyPress PHP Version Support

Keeping your WordPress installation, including BuddyPress, on a supported and current PHP version is crucial for site performance, security, and compatibility. Regularly consult the WordPress Requirements page.

Minimum requirements (BuddyPress 15.0.0 and later)

As of BuddyPress 15.0.0, the minimum required versions are:

  • WordPress: 6.4 or greater.
  • PHP: 7.0 or greater.

This change was introduced during the 15.0.0 development cycle (see Trac ticket #9051 and the BP Team Updates blog post).

Recommended requirements

For best performance and security, we recommend:

  • PHP: 7.4 or greater.
  • Database: MySQL 8.0+ or MariaDB 10.5+.
  • HTTPS: TLS/HTTPS support on your server.

Note: The recommended versions are higher than the minimums. Using the latest supported versions ensures the best stability and security.

Why we changed this

The BuddyPress team raised the minimum requirements in version 15.0.0 to keep the software secure, compatible, and maintainable.

If your host runs an older PHP version

  • Check your PHP version (php -v or through your hosting control panel).
  • If outdated, ask your host to upgrade or move to a provider supporting PHP 7.4+.
  • Always test backups and staging sites before upgrading production.