Custom PHP.ini?

codergent · December 10th, 2005, 5:49 AM

I am pretty sure that this is possible (as far as having my own user defined php.ini file to override default settings), but where do I place this file so the PHP engine will recognize it and enforce my settings?

I tried placing it in:

/home/username/
/home/username/etc/
/home/username/public_html/

then running a php script simply calling phpinfo() and the local value and master value in the core settings show exactly the same everytime. My conjecture is that if my settings are enforced, then the local values should differ from the master values. Am I correct?

Mainly, I want to set my PHP environment such that it is production grade (no register_globals on, and things of that nature), but I also want to be able to revert those changes quickly if necessary (e.g. for development), so I am assuming this is what a user defined php.ini will do.

Lastly, is there a way to enforce those user defined PHP.ini settings on certain directories, or is it an all or nothing (meaning once set, then PHP will enforce it only say in folders '/home/username/public_html/myproductionphp/' verus the entire domain)? I would rather prefer the latter, but thought I would ask.

Thanks

**fwwebs5** · December 10th, 2005, 10:06 AM

If php is running as an apache module, PHPSuEXEC not enabled, it is possible to override php.ini settings in .htaccess

http://www.karakas-online.de/EN-Book...arameters.html

codergent · January 12th, 2006, 1:34 PM

Thanks that did it. Here's an example.

In .htaccess

Code:

php_value register_globals Off

If used, the local value will differ from the master value when viewed in phpinfo(). Also if you place this .htaccess file in say /home/username/public_html/, the register_globals value is in effect across the entire web site, say in public_html's subfolders. If you wish you only have register_globals only apply to certain (sub) folders, one should only include the .htaccess file in those folders

Bugs · January 16th, 2006, 6:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fwwebs5

If php is running as an apache module, PHPSuEXEC not enabled, it is possible to override php.ini settings in .htaccess

coderagent, if you search 'bugs' there's been some research on this already. I'm using an php.ini override with PHPSuEXEC enabled (not as apache which kayla says is more secure) and if your running Vbulletin the .ini file is placed in your admincp directory . . .

Whatever works, Just 2 cents!!

December 10th, 2005, 5:49 AM	#1 (permalink)
codergent Registered User Fresh Surpasser Joined in Oct 2003 25 posts Gave thanks: 0 Thanked 0 times	Custom PHP.ini? I am pretty sure that this is possible (as far as having my own user defined php.ini file to override default settings), but where do I place this file so the PHP engine will recognize it and enforce my settings? I tried placing it in: /home/username/ /home/username/etc/ /home/username/public_html/ then running a php script simply calling phpinfo() and the local value and master value in the core settings show exactly the same everytime. My conjecture is that if my settings are enforced, then the local values should differ from the master values. Am I correct? Mainly, I want to set my PHP environment such that it is production grade (no register_globals on, and things of that nature), but I also want to be able to revert those changes quickly if necessary (e.g. for development), so I am assuming this is what a user defined php.ini will do. Lastly, is there a way to enforce those user defined PHP.ini settings on certain directories, or is it an all or nothing (meaning once set, then PHP will enforce it only say in folders '/home/username/public_html/myproductionphp/' verus the entire domain)? I would rather prefer the latter, but thought I would ask. Thanks Last edited by codergent; December 10th, 2005 at 5:50 AM. Reason: Indicate the topic question is a question rather than an informative

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codergent Registered User Fresh Surpasser Joined in Oct 2003 25 posts Gave thanks: 0 Thanked 0 times	Thanks that did it. Here's an example. In .htaccess Code: php_value register_globals Off If used, the local value will differ from the master value when viewed in phpinfo(). Also if you place this .htaccess file in say /home/username/public_html/, the register_globals value is in effect across the entire web site, say in public_html's subfolders. If you wish you only have register_globals only apply to certain (sub) folders, one should only include the .htaccess file in those folders

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