Install PHP Extensions on Shared Hosting (such as BlueHost)?

Question: Is it possible to install the Chilkat PHP extension at a sharing host like Bluehost?  I’ve been trying but no success until now, so I am starting to think that it isn’t possible.

Answer:  It doesn’t look like it’s possible:  https://www.bluehost.com/help/article/php-module

You might consider hosting on Amazon EC2.  It can be quite inexpensive, you’ll have full control over your own virtual machine, and then you can install any desired PHP extensions.