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From 1 August 2026, PHP 5 will no longer be supported on our hosting platform.

PHP 5 is now a very old version of PHP and has been officially unsupported for many years. As a result, it no longer receives security updates or maintenance fixes from the PHP project. Continuing to run websites on PHP 5 can leave them exposed to serious security vulnerabilities, compatibility issues, and problems with modern software.

Most actively maintained websites should already be running a newer supported PHP version. However, some older WordPress, Joomla, bespoke PHP, and legacy database-driven websites may still depend on PHP 5-only functionality, including removed functions such as mysql_connect and other outdated code patterns.

If your website still requires PHP 5, it is important to review it before 1 August 2026. This may involve updating the website software, replacing outdated plugins or themes, or modernising custom PHP code so that the site can run on a supported PHP version.

We may contact customers directly where we know a specific site or hosting account is likely to be affected. However, we also recommend that anyone running older websites checks their PHP version and makes any required updates in good time.

After 1 August 2026, we will no longer be able to provide support for issues caused by PHP 5 or code that only works on PHP 5.

If you are unsure whether your website is affected, please contact us and we will be happy to advise.

We have started a planned server upgrade and migration cycle across parts of our hosting platform, running from 21 July to 7 August 2026.

This work is part of our continued investment in modern hosting infrastructure, newer hardware, improved performance, stronger security, and access to the latest platform features. As websites and applications continue to evolve, keeping the underlying hosting environment modern is essential for reliability, compatibility, and long-term service quality.

Most migrations will be handled by us, and in many cases no action will be required from customers. However, some services are being moved to new server infrastructure as part of this programme, and this may involve changes to server names, IP addresses, or other hosting details.

If your hosting service is affected, we will contact you directly with any information you need. Customers using our nameservers will usually not need to make DNS changes manually. Customers using external DNS, custom records, third-party nameservers, or services that depend on a fixed server IP address may need to update their DNS or related configuration when advised.

We recommend that customers avoid making major website changes during their scheduled migration window once notified.

Migration Update – 21 July 2026

Migrations have now begun for services hosted on UKC01, UKC02, and UKC03, which are being migrated to UKC11.

The new UKC11 server IP address is:

149.102.153.182

Migration Update – 22 July 2026

Migrations have now begun for services hosted on UKC04, UKC05, and UKC06, which are being migrated to UKC12.

The new UKC12 server IP address is:

149.102.153.116

Migration Update – 23 July 2026

Migrations have now begun for services hosted on UKC07, UKC08, and UKC09, which are being migrated to UKC13.

The new UKC13 server IP address is:

149.102.153.254

During migration, customers using Sitejet may see a notification advising that their site is currently being migrated. If you see this message, please wait until the migration has completed before making further changes in Sitejet.

Further updates will be provided as the migration cycle progresses.

At UKC, we remain committed to delivering reliable, high-performance hosting – backed by real UK-based support and honest pricing.

We’ve held prices steady for over 18 months, and in many cases, some clients have benefited from legacy pricing unchanged for 5+ years. We’re proud to have offered that stability through a period of rising operating costs across hardware, power, licensing, and software infrastructure.

What’s Changing?

Starting 1st September 2025, we are applying a modest update to our hosting plan prices to reflect current costs and ensure we can continue to maintain and improve the quality of service you expect.

We understand that for some clients – especially those who’ve been with us for many years – the new pricing may feel like a big jump. That’s only because we’ve worked hard to lock in your original rates for as long as possible, often holding them steady for 5+ years, even as our own costs increased. This update is simply a reflection of the real cost of delivering secure, supported hosting in 2025 – and we’re still keeping our prices below those of most UK competitors.

If the new rate feels out of reach, don’t worry – we’re here to help. We can offer a one-time discount, a custom plan review, or a flexible billing option to suit your needs.

As always:

• All clients can still choose from monthly, quarterly, or long-term billing options (with up to 15% discount on longer-term renewals).
• We’ve kept our price tiers in line with major UK hosting providers – often offering better value by including unlimited emails, multiple sites, and our website builder at no extra charge.

What If You’re On a Legacy Plan?

You don’t need to do anything – legacy plans will continue at their current rate until renewal, or unless you upgrade/downgrade.

If you’d like to:

• Lock in your new rate with up to 3 years of discounted renewal
• Review your current usage to see if a lower-cost plan suits you
• Switch to monthly billing for affordability

…we’re happy to help – just open a support ticket and our team will guide you.

Thank You

Thank you for being a valued part of the UKC hosting community. Your support allows us to continue delivering fast, secure, and personal hosting – without hidden fees or impersonal service.

We’re proud to host your websites and email, and we look forward to supporting your success in 2025 and beyond.