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Install ionCube Loader
Update 10/13/2026
This guide concerns IonCube Loader, a PHP module that allows you to decode PHP scripts that have been encoded with IonCube Encoder.
Introduction
- IonCube encoding is used to protect the source code of an application and prevent its modification or illegal distribution.
- By using IonCube Loader, website owners can guarantee the security of their code and content while enabling secure and easy distribution of their applications.
Using ionCube Loader
With a shared hosting plan, it is no longer offered. You can check this from the dashboard:
- Click here to access the hosting & website management section in your Infomaniak Manager (❓: help).
- Click on the name of the website in question.
- Click on Manage advanced settings:

- Click on the PHP Extensions tab.
- Click on ionCube Loader (if present in the list) to view the details:

- In this case, you should consider a Cloud Server.
Link to this FAQ: https://faq.infomaniak.com/285
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