Basic Requirements

Before installing WordPress and WooCommerce, ensure that your hosting meets the minimum requirements for smooth performance.

WordPress Hosting Requirements

PHP Version: 7.4 or later (recommended 8.0+)

Database: MySQL 8.0+ or MariaDB 10.5+

Web Server: Apache or Nginx with mod_rewrite enabled

HTTPS Support: SSL certificate for secure connections

Security: Hosting should run PHP applications under your account’s username instead of a shared server username for enhanced security.

WooCommerce Hosting Requirements

WordPress Version: 6.3 or later

PHP Version: 7.4 or higher (recommended 8.0+)

Database: MySQL 5.7+ or MariaDB 10.4+

Memory Limit: 256MB minimum (recommended 512MB+ for larger stores)

Web Server: Apache or Nginx with mod_rewrite enabled

HTTPS Support: SSL certificate required for secure transactions

Optional but Recommended for WooCommerce

cURL/fsockopen Support: Required for integrations like PayPal IPN

SOAP Support: Necessary for certain WooCommerce extensions

Multibyte String Support: Recommended for non-English stores

Pretty Permalinks: Improves SEO and user-friendly URLs

Global SQL Mode Options: Ensure proper configurations for database stability

Changing Server Settings

Before making any server adjustments, back up your site and database. Contact your hosting provider for assistance with modifying PHP settings (post_max_size, max_input_vars, max_execution_time) or manually adjust them via the .htaccess file using an FTP client or hosting control panel.

By meeting these hosting requirements, you ensure a smooth, secure, and high-performing WordPress and WooCommerce experience.

Source: WordPress Requirements

Source: WooCommerce Requirements