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How to Modify Maximum Input Parsing Time for PHP in DirectAdmin (Enhanced Skin)
Introduction
PHP max input time defines how long the server allows for receiving and parsing input data, and adjusting this limit is essential for handling large file uploads or slow network connections. Users uploading large files, submitting extensive form data, or connecting over slower internet connections may require increased input time limits to complete data transfers without timeout errors. DirectAdmin’s PHP Settings interface provides a straightforward method for configuring input time limits through custom PHP overrides. This guide explains how to modify max input time using the PHP Settings section in DirectAdmin, ensuring adequate time allowances for data reception and preventing premature connection termination during uploads.
Prerequisites
- Access to DirectAdmin control panel with the necessary permissions.
Step-by-step Guide
Step 1: Access DirectAdmin
Log in to your DirectAdmin control panel.
Step 2: Access PHP Settings
Go to the Your Account section and click on Domain Setup. Then, select the domain/subdomain you wish to modify PHP settings for by clicking on the domain/subdomain name.
At the PHP Access row, click Php Settings…. You should be able to see a list of your current PHP configuration.
Step 3: Modify Max Input Time
Scroll down to the Add Override section. On the max_input_time row, you may enter the maximum time in seconds you wish to allow PHP to spend parsing input data.
Then, click Save on the right.
Tips: This setting specifically covers the time it takes to receive data. If users are trying to upload very large files on slow internet connections, they may need to increase this significantly so the connection doesn’t drop before the file finishes transferring.
Step 4: Verify the changes
You may confirm the new override settings in the updated Domain php.ini overrides table.
Conclusion
Configuring PHP max input time through DirectAdmin’s PHP Settings interface is a simple process that controls how long the server waits to receive input data. Adjusting this limit accommodates large file uploads and slower connections, preventing timeout errors during data transfer while maintaining reasonable limits to protect server resources from stalled connections.
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