# Upgrade

To upgrade your SMS Gateway to the latest version, ensure your server is running PHP 8.3 or higher. Follow the steps below to complete the upgrade:

## Instructions

- Backup your existing setup before proceeding.
- Remove all files and folders except `config.php` and the `uploads` folder.
- Extract `SMS-Gateway.zip` into your SMS Gateway directory.
- Execute the `upgrade.php` script or visit the login page to finalize the process.

## Important Notice

Upgrading directly from v1.x.x or v2.x.x to v9.x.x is not supported. If you are using v1.x.x or v2.x.x, a fresh installation is required.