This guide explains how to use PHP environment variables with Web Hosting plans that run on php-fpm.

Introduction

Using environment variables

To use PHP environment variables:

1. Define the PHP environment variables in a .htaccess file:

   • SetEnv EXAMPLEVARIABLE hello

2. In your PHP file, the name of the variable to call must correspond to the same variable name defined in the environment variable:

   • <?php getenv('EXAMPLEVARIABLE');

In this example, the displayed result will be hello.

Go further with environment variables

It is possible to configure environment variables directly from the Manager for your entire website:

1. Click here to access your website management in the Infomaniak Manager (need help?).
2. Click directly on the name assigned to the website in question:
   
3. Click on Manage advanced settings:
   
4. Click on the PHP / Apache tab:
   
5. Further down the page, click on the chevron ‍ to expand the Environment Variables section.
6. Click on the ‍ Add icon.
7. Enter the variable and its value.
8. Click the button to save: