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jaymoore_299
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encoded files without a loader

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Is there a way to encode php files and have them run without a loader? I want my script to be available to anyone but without having to install additional software.
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To simply answer your question: no, you cannot.

Two of the most common encoding packages suggest no:
http://www.zend.com/store/products/encoder-faq.php#11
http://www.ioncube.com/faq.php#loader1
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PHP has to be decoded prior to being parsed. So any user will need a decoder installed matching your encoding software.
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