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# What is the php.ini configuration file?

The php.ini file is a file specially used for the [PHP](https://help.ex2.com/en/article/what-is-php-and-what-is-it-used-for-x4xvdq/?bust=1784054117446) programming language. It allows you to configure changes to PHP settings. 

The servers are all configured with default PHP settings. Your site will use them unless you change one or more settings. To do this, you can create or modify a php.ini file. 

This file is normally located in the root directory of your website. If your site does not have a php.ini file, you can easily create one via the cPanel File Manager.