Hiding PHP Code

[Anon]

Is it possible to hide the PHP code (eg compile) so that a client site couldn't see the actual source code for a PHP web app?

Eg. I make a PHP app, sell it to client A. I want to prevent Client A from accessing the actual code - and just allow him to use the application.

Is this possible with PHP?

Thanks,
Randy

[Anon]

Ahhh -
Found one way myself. Zend Encoder Unlimited works - but is expensive (at $2400)...

Randy

[Anon]

well is the client going to have access to the actual php files or just be able to view them on their browser?

[Anon]

Theclient will be running the web server hosting the application - so they will definitely have access to the code...

[Anon]

I think Zend is your only option.

[Anon]

goto freshmeat.net and enter the search string "php encode". I saw at least two viable.