How do I install Python 3 on my web server?

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I've successfully accessed my server via SSH, but I noticed that only python 2 appears to be installed. (python --version returns "Python 2.7.5" and python3 --version returns "command not found". What's the best way to go about installing python 3.

I'm on a shared host business plan.
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No python in Cpanel

Hi all, total noob here. I'm trying to find out how to get a tool I had developed for me running on my website. It needs python to operate but I can not find python anywhere in my cpanel nor can I find out how to get it installed there. 

If anyone has any pointers to get me headed in the right direction, I'd appreciate that greatly.

Many thanks.

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anonymous
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I am about to leave InMotionHosting because of things like that. Your cheaper accounts run on obsolete stuff that you cannot update, to force you to upgrade to more expansive accounts. I don't like this attitude. Another thing is not allowing Node.js to run, except on dedicated servers, where you have to shove more money into it.

I understand your frustration. The goal on Shared Hosting is to have the latest, stable version of software to satisfy the majority of customers on that product. Many times, I recommend more advanced users to switch to Cloud Server Hosting for a comparable price for more freedom.

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BaldEagle
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Hello,

Thank you for submitting a question about upgrading your server's Python version. Unfortunately, there is no way to upgrade Python in a shared hosting environment. The default shared account user lacks the necessary privileges---for security reasons. However, in a private hosting environment, like a VPS or Dedicated hosting plan, it is possible to complete this upgrade. However, upgrading Python may damage the functionality of various background scripts. I would recommend working our Managed Hosting or Advanced Support teams if you decide to upgrade to a VPS and upgrading your Python version.

Best,
Christopher M.

I am about to leave InMotionHosting because of things like that. Your cheaper accounts run on obsolete stuff that you cannot update, to force you to upgrade to more expansive accounts. I don't like this attitude. Another thing is not allowing Node.js to run, except on dedicated servers, where you have to shove more money into it.

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24dlong
I found the answer to my own question. Here is a great article that walked me through the terminal commands to do this via SSH: https://www.godaddy.com/garage/how-to-install-and-configure-python-on-a-hosted-server/
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IMH Support Agent 5
Hello,

Thank you for submitting a question about upgrading your server's Python version. Unfortunately, there is no way to upgrade Python in a shared hosting environment. The default shared account user lacks the necessary privileges---for security reasons. However, in a private hosting environment, like a VPS or Dedicated hosting plan, it is possible to complete this upgrade. However, upgrading Python may damage the functionality of various background scripts. I would recommend working our Managed Hosting or Advanced Support teams if you decide to upgrade to a VPS and upgrading your Python version.

Best,
Christopher M.