Starter questions

Hello,

I have now uploaded Codeigniter to the “httpdocs” folder on my web hosting for the first time.
In the browser I now see mydomain.de/public, the welcome page.

Now when I change the web hosting settings for the domain root to “httpdocs/public” I get this error

“Warning: require(): open_basedir restriction in effect. File(/var/www/vhosts/mydomain/subdomain/httpdocs/app/Config/Paths.php) is not within the allowed paths:"

What is the best way to solve this problem to get Codeigniter directly under the domain root without the "public" folder?


By the way, a second question. Is there a standard package that includes user registration for example?


Thanks!

For Your First Question:
The error you’re seeing, “open_basedir restriction in effect”, typically happens because your hosting provider has restricted access to certain directories outside of the allowed paths. Here’s how you can solve it:

1. Adjust the Server Settings:
   If you have access to your hosting control panel (like cPanel or Plesk), check the PHP settings for
   
   Code:

   open_basedir
   and add your application paths to the allowed list. If you don’t have access, you may need to contact your hosting provider to request this change.
   
2. Move Public Folder Files:
   Another way to solve this is to move the contents of the
   
   Code:

   public
   folder to the root directory (
   
   Code:

   httpdocs
   ). Be careful when doing this, and remember to:
   • Update
     
     Code:

     index.php
     to point to the correct paths for
     
     Code:

     Paths.php
     .
     php
     Copy code
     
     Code:

     $pathsPath = '../app/Config/Paths.php';
   • Ensure your
     
     Code:

     .htaccess
     file is updated and configured properly for the new structure.
     
3. Alternative Configuration:
   Some hosting providers allow you to set a subdirectory (like
   
   Code:

   httpdocs/public
   ) as the domain root. This can work, but the open_basedir issue would still need to be addressed.
   

For Your Second Question:
Yes, there are starter packages and libraries for CodeIgniter that include features like user registration. You can check out:

• CodeIgniter Shield: A comprehensive authentication and authorization library for CodeIgniter 4.
  
• Community Add-ons: You’ll find plenty of third-party libraries or example repositories on GitHub with user authentication setups.
  

Why Cloudways Could Be a Great Fit
If you're experiencing configuration headaches with your current host, a managed hosting provider like Cloudways might save you time and effort. They offer dedicated environments optimized for PHP frameworks like CodeIgniter, and you won't have to deal with open_basedir restrictions since the platform is designed for flexibility.

• One-Click Deployment: Install CodeIgniter and other PHP apps easily without dealing with complicated server configurations.
  
• Performance-First Hosting: Built on top-tier providers like AWS and Google Cloud.
  
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Alternatives to Explore
If you’re still exploring hosting options, you could also consider:

• Hostinger: Affordable and beginner-friendly.
  
• SiteGround: Great for managed hosting and support.
  
• Namecheap: Budget-friendly with decent performance.
  

Let me know if you need more specific help with the configuration!

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