ionCube PHP Encoder 14

Secure, License, and Distribute Your PHP Code with Confidence

ionCube PHP Encoder 14 offers powerful multi-layered bytecode protection for PHP scripts. Trusted by developers all around the world since 2002, ionCube secures your PHP code with multiple layers of protection.

Your code is valuable and so it's important to secure your code against theft, copy and prevent lost revenue whether your projects are large or small.

Unlimited Encoding for Unlimited Runtime Machines

Encode as many projects for as many deployment machines as you require.

PHP Support

Encode for up to PHP 8.3 language syntax with extended runtime support through special compatibility in ionCube Loader that allows code to run on future releases of PHP. Current runtime support allows PHP 8.2/8.3 encoded files to run on up to PHP 8.4 (What's this?)

Advanced Security

Multi-layered PHP encoding with additional obfuscation options and advanced External and Dynamic Keys for power-users. Only ionCube offers Dynamic Key encryption where you can add a theoretically unlimited number of custom algorithmic encryption keys to give your code the highest level of protection.

Code Licensing and Management

Pro and Cerberus Edition products include built-in licensing features to control where and for how long your scripts can be used. Set IP, domain and time restrictions with the Pro Edition or choose Cerberus for additional MAC address support and extended technical support coverage.

  • Set IP, domain and time restrictions with the Pro Edition or choose Cerberus for additional MAC address support and extended technical support coverage.
  • Subscribe to Online Licensing for access to our ready-made management portal. Create, edit, view and organise your product licenses making user-management quick and easy - Find Out More.

Compatibility

Available for Windows, Linux, macOS and FreeBSD with both command-line and GUI options (Linux/FreeBSD CLI only). Run encoded files on a wide range of platforms, see our Loaders page.

Automation Ready

Integrate ionCube into your automated pipeline with continuous integration support in our CI/CD Edition products. Find out how to integrate ionCube for CI or visit our FAQ.

Which ionCube Encoder Edition Suits You?

  • Product Developers: Pro or Cerberus Edition + Online Licensing
    Distribute your PHP applications and plugins securely with licensing controls that restrict usage based on time, domain, IP, or MAC address. Ideal for offering trial versions and preventing unauthorized use.
    • Add Online Licensing for instant access to our ready-made management portal. This is ideal for small to medium size businesses as you will be able to manage your licensed users immediately without additional development time spent on designing your own system.
  • Website Owners: Basic Edition + ionCube24
    Protect your website's PHP code, including configurations and customer data, from unauthorized access. Upgrade to Pro or Cerberus for advanced licensing features. Consider ionCube24 for malware protection, service monitoring and error reporting tools - Visit ioncube24.com.
  • Enterprise and Large Business Customers
    ionCube is trusted by developers around the world to secure large scale applications and with that can come a need for extended support and advice. Contact us directly to discuss your needs whether that be advice on which protection features to use, CI/CD usage or information on how to proceed via a third party purchasing company.
  • Continuous Integration Users: Pro or Cerberus CI Edition
    Integrate encoding into your CI/CD pipelines with flexible machine licenses and on-demand activation/deactivation. We recommend reviewing the CI section of our blog for user case studies and advice from us.
  • Agencies Offering Encoding Services: Agency Edition
    Contact our sales team to learn about solutions tailored for agencies providing encoding as a service.

Product Features

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Bytecode Compilation:

Convert PHP scripts into compiled bytecode for optimal performance and security.

Dynamic Keys:

Enhance security with encryption keys generated algorithmically at runtime, eliminating the need to store decryption keys.

Obfuscation:

Obfuscate variable, function, method, and class names to make reverse engineering more difficult.

License Restrictions:

Set expiration dates, domain/IP/MAC address restrictions, and more to control script usage (Pro/Cerberus editions).

Non-PHP File Encryption:

Encrypt additional file types like XML and templates.

Custom Messages:

Define messages for expired or unauthorized script usage.

Integration Tools:

Use with ionCube Package Foundry and Bundler for streamlined deployment.

Online Licensing:

(Optional add-on)

Simplify License Management with Our Cloud-pased Portal

Our Online Licensing service, available with Pro and Cerberus editions, allows you to:

  • Create, update, and download licenses directly from ioncube.com.
  • Set up projects and user details for efficient license management.
  • Utilize project variants to manage different product versions, such as 'trial' and 'paid' content.
  • Make licensing portable and take desktop licensing tools online to use anywhere.
Learn more about Online Licensing
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