Is it recommended to rely on hosting providers to update PHP versions, or should users take control of the process themselves?

It is generally recommended for users to take control of updating PHP versions themselves rather than relying solely on hosting providers. This allows users to have more control over the timing and process of updates, ensuring compatibility with their specific applications and plugins. Users can check for the latest PHP versions on the official PHP website and follow instructions for updating their PHP version manually.

// Example PHP code snippet for checking the current PHP version
$current_php_version = phpversion();
echo "Current PHP version: " . $current_php_version;