Activating Python on a Host

Abstract

Activating Python on your host works as follows: first, ensure your host supports Python. Most shared and dedicated hosts do. If unsure, contact your host support.

To activate Python, follow these steps:

• Log into your control panel.
• Go to the Software section.
• Click on the Setup Python App option.
• Select your desired Python version.
• Enter a name for your Python application directory.
• Click the Setup button. After these steps, your Python application will be created, and you can run your Python projects in it.

Introduction

This article teaches you how to activate Python on your WordPress host.

Python is a popular, versatile language used for web development, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. If you’re using WordPress and want to utilize Python in your projects, first activate Python on your WordPress host.

Activating Python on WordPress Host

Activating Python depends on your control panel. Generally, the following steps apply to most panels:

• Log into your control panel.
• Go to the Software section.
• Click on the Setup Python App option.
• Select your desired Python version.
• Enter a name for your Python application directory.
• Click the Setup button. After these steps, your Python application will be ready for your projects.

Note: In some hosts, you may need to set permissions for your Python app. In your control panel’s File Manager, open your Python app directory, click the Permissions button, and set necessary permissions.

Example: Setting Full Permissions for root user:

• Click the Permissions button.
• Enter ‘root’ in the Owner and Group fields.
• Enter ‘777’ in the Permissions field.
• Click Save. Now, you can upload and run your Python projects in the directory.

Running a Python Project in Host:

• Enter your Python application directory.
• Execute your Python project file. For example, if your project has an executable file named app.py, use the following command:

Replace ‘app.py’ with your file’s name if different.

Conclusion

By following the steps mentioned in this article, you can activate Python on your WordPress host and execute your Python projects.

We hope you found this article enjoyable and useful.