Is it possible to run Q2A on shared hosting?

Question

I'm planning to set up a community Q&A platform using Question2Answer but currently only have access to a shared hosting plan. I’d like to know if Q2A can be installed and run efficiently on shared hosting, and if there are any limitations or specific requirements I should be aware of. Are there any performance concerns or alternative hosting options recommended for small to medium communities?

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Answer 1

Hi,

Yes, it is possible to run Question2Answer (Q2A) on shared hosting since it only requires PHP and a MySQL database, both commonly supported by shared hosting providers. Installation is straightforward and works well for small to medium-sized sites. However, performance may degrade with high traffic or limited server resources. For better speed and scalability, a VPS or dedicated server is recommended if your site grows.

Regards

Alice

Answer 2

Q2A is a lightweight PHP-based Q&A platform that works well on most shared hosting environments, as long as the host supports:

• PHP 5.5 or higher (PHP 7+ recommended)

• MySQL 5 or higher

• Apache, Nginx, or compatible web server

• cPanel or similar control panel (optional but helpful)

Just upload the Q2A files, create a MySQL database, configure the qa-config.php file, and run the installation from your browser. However, for large-scale traffic or heavy customization, a VPS or dedicated server is more suitable.