Got the same error:
Parse error: syntax error, unexpected T_STRING
When I replace the backslashes with forwardslashes on
background-manager.php, it proceeded but got an error again
because of the other backslashes found within the plugin files.
Anonymous User 4048828
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Parse error: syntax error, unexpected T_STRING in (…)/wp-content/plugins/background-manager/background-manager.php on line 45
This error is due to the PHP version you are using. The plugin requires PHP version 5.3 or better.
I will add this to the FAQ, as well as making this requirement more clear (it is stated in the “Installation” page, however).
Technical reason: The plugin makes use of namespaces, as well as other features available in the most current versions of PHP 5.
Ok, it works now! Updated my PHP version 🙂
How does one update his PHP version?
I thought only the hosting company the server is located can do that?
Anonymous User 4048828
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How does one update his PHP version?
I thought only the hosting company the server is located can do that?
It really depends on your hosting provider.
Some hosting providers, like OVH, you can set a variable in the .htaccess file, specifying which version of PHP to use.
Others you need to specifically ask them to upgrade PHP or move you to a server with a newer version.
If you have your own server, check the OS instructions on how to upgrade (ie., on Linux distros using ‘apt-get’, ‘yum’ or ‘pacman’).
How the use this plugin in PHP Old version? like 5.2.5 plz inform.
Anonymous User 4048828
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Hi!
I’m sorry, but this plugin will not work with any version older than PHP 5.3.
You may try its predecessor WP Flickr Background.
Thanks for the updates… I have use the WP Flickr Background but fade in/out effects it’s not working, and Change Frequency the its too long, I thing time use in 5 to 10 sec.
