ionCube Loader is a PHP extension that allows you to run encoded and secured PHP files. If you need to install ionCube Loader, follow these general steps:
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Download ionCube Loader:
Visit the ionCube Loader download page and select the appropriate version for your operating system and PHP version.
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Extract the Files:
Extract the downloaded file. You should have a folder containing the necessary files.
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Copy Files:
- Locate your PHP extensions directory. This can vary depending on your operating system and PHP installation. Common locations include:
- Linux:
/usr/lib/php/modules/
or/usr/local/lib/php/extensions/
- Windows:
C:\php\ext\
- Linux:
- Copy the
ioncube_loader.so
(Linux) orioncube_loader.dll
(Windows) file from the extracted folder to your PHP extensions directory.
- Locate your PHP extensions directory. This can vary depending on your operating system and PHP installation. Common locations include:
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Edit php.ini:
Open your
php.ini
configuration file. This file is typically located in:- Linux:
/etc/php/7.x/apache2/php.ini
(replace7.x
with your PHP version) - Windows:
C:\php\php.ini
Add the following line at the end of the file:
javascript - Linux:
-
zend_extension = /path/to/ioncube_loader.so
Make sure to replace
/path/to/ioncube_loader.so
with the actual path where you copied theioncube_loader.so
file. -
Restart Your Web Server:
After editing
php.ini
, you'll need to restart your web server for the changes to take effect. Use the following command:- Linux (Apache):
sudo systemctl restart apache2
- Windows (XAMPP): Restart Apache through the XAMPP control panel.
- Linux (Apache):
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Verify the Installation:
You can verify if ionCube Loader is installed correctly by creating a PHP file (e.g.,
info.php
) with the following content:php
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phpinfo();
Access this file through a web browser. If ionCube Loader is installed correctly, you should see a section in the PHP info page mentioning ionCube.
Keep in mind that specific details might vary depending on your server configuration, so it's always a good idea to consult your server documentation or hosting provider for any additional steps or considerations.
Remember to replace placeholders like /path/to/ioncube_loader.so
with the actual paths and adapt these instructions to your specific environment.