Deploy your PHP app to Heroku
Step-by-step deployment help for PHP apps on Heroku. We fix PHP-specific deployment issues, configure Heroku, and get your app live. From $19.
PHP issues we fix before deploying
Common PHP problems that affect Heroku deployments.
SQL injection vulnerabilities
Direct variable interpolation in SQL queries instead of prepared statements or query builders, allowing attackers to read or modify database contents.
Cross-site scripting (XSS)
User input echoed directly into HTML without htmlspecialchars() or template engine escaping, enabling script injection attacks.
Insecure file uploads
File upload handlers that only check MIME types without validating file content, allowing PHP shell uploads and remote code execution.
Deprecated function usage
AI tools generate code using deprecated functions like mysql_query, ereg, and create_function that are removed in modern PHP versions.
Heroku deployment issues we check for
Common Heroku problems that break PHP apps in production.
Free dyno sleeping causes cold starts
Eco and Basic dynos sleep after 30 minutes of inactivity. AI-generated apps with webhook receivers or background jobs break when the dyno is asleep.
Ephemeral filesystem loses uploaded files
AI tools save user uploads and generated files to the local filesystem, but Heroku's ephemeral FS wipes all changes on every dyno restart or deploy.
Database connection pool exhaustion
Heroku Postgres plans have strict connection limits (20 on Hobby). AI-generated apps open a new connection per request, exhausting the pool under moderate traffic.
Procfile missing or incorrect
AI-generated projects lack a Procfile, causing Heroku to guess the start command. For non-standard setups, this guess is often wrong.
Start with a self-serve audit
Get a professional review of your PHP project before deploying to Heroku.
External Security Scan
Black-box review of your public-facing app. No code access needed.
- OWASP Top 10 vulnerability check
- SSL/TLS configuration analysis
- Security header assessment
- Expert review within 24h
Code Audit
In-depth review of your source code for security, quality, and best practices.
- Security vulnerability analysis
- Code quality review
- Dependency audit
- Architecture review
- Expert + AI code analysis
Complete Bundle
Both scans in one package with cross-referenced findings.
- Everything in both products
- Cross-referenced findings
- Unified action plan
100% credited toward any paid service. Start with an audit, then let us fix what we find.
How it works
Tell us about your app
Share your project details and what you need help with.
Expert + AI audit
A human expert assisted by AI reviews your code within 24 hours.
Launch with confidence
We fix what needs fixing and stick around to help.
Frequently asked questions
How do I deploy a PHP app to Heroku?
We handle PHP deployments to Heroku end to end. Start with our code audit ($19) to identify deployment blockers specific to your PHP project, then we configure Heroku, fix issues, and get your app live in production.
What PHP issues affect Heroku deployments?
PHP projects commonly have sql injection vulnerabilities and cross-site scripting (xss). On Heroku, these combine with free dyno sleeping causes cold starts and ephemeral filesystem loses uploaded files to cause deployment failures.
Can SpringCode deploy my PHP project to Heroku?
Yes. We specialize in deploying PHP applications to Heroku. We audit your codebase for PHP-specific issues, configure Heroku correctly, and handle the full deployment so your app runs reliably in production.
What does PHP deployment to Heroku cost?
Our code audit ($19) identifies all Heroku deployment blockers in your PHP project. Full deployment assistance is scoped with a fixed quote after the audit — no hourly billing or surprise charges.
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