What are the differences between using the POST and GET methods in PHP forms, and when should each be used?

When submitting a form in PHP, the main differences between using the POST and GET methods lie in how the data is sent. POST sends data in the body of the HTTP request, making it more secure and suitable for sensitive information. GET sends data in the URL, making it visible and limited in the amount of data that can be sent. POST should be used for forms that involve sensitive data, while GET can be used for simpler forms where security is not a concern. 

<form method="POST" action="process_form.php">
  <!-- form fields -->
  <input type="submit" value="Submit">
</form>
```

```php
<form method="GET" action="process_form.php">
  <!-- form fields -->
  <input type="submit" value="Submit">
</form>

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POST method GET method PHP forms data security form submission

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