Switching Node.js Versions with cPanel’s Node Selector on Hiverift

Switching Node.js Versions with cPanel’s Node Selector on Hiverift

Why Switch Node.js Versions?

Different applications may require different Node.js versions. Switching versions allows you to ensure compatibility and access the latest features or maintain legacy support.

How to Switch Node.js Version in cPanel

1. Login to your cPanel account:
   • Go to yourdomain.com/cpanel
   • Enter your credentials and log in.
2. Navigate to Setup Node.js App or Application Manager:
   • Use the search bar to find the Node.js setup.
   • Click to open your application list.
3. Edit your Node.js application:
   • Find the app you want to modify.
   • Click the Edit button.
4. Choose your Node.js version:
   • Look for the Node.js Version dropdown menu.
   • Select the desired version from the list.
5. Save and restart:
   • Click Save or Update to apply changes.
   • Restart your application to load the new Node.js version.

Verifying the Node.js Version

After restarting your app, verify the active Node.js version by:

• Opening the Terminal or SSH into your cPanel account.
• Running the command: node -v
• The output will show the current version running for your app.

Troubleshooting

• If the version does not update, clear your browser cache and retry.
• Make sure your app is properly restarted after version change.
• Check the package.json for any Node.js version constraints.

Need Help?

Contact the Hiverift support team at dev@hiverift.com for assistance with Node.js version management.