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WordPress .htaccess Generator

Create a secure and optimized .htaccess file for your WordPress site

Your .htaccess file has been generated!

Copy the content below and save it as .htaccess in your WordPress root directory.

Important: When downloading the file, make sure the filename starts with a dot (.). The file must be named .htaccess (with the dot at the beginning) to work properly on your server. If the downloaded file does not have the leading dot, please rename it to .htaccess before uploading.

Generation Type

Choose “Default” for minimal settings required for WordPress operation

Site URL

Enter your full website URL including http:// or https://

WWW Redirect

HTTPS Redirect

Security Features

Protect sensitive files

Block executable files in uploads

Performance Features

Enable browser caching

Enable GZIP compression

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Why Use Our WordPress .htaccess Generator?

Our tool helps you create secure and optimized .htaccess files for your WordPress website. Whether you need a simple default configuration or a fully customized setup with security and performance enhancements, we’ve got you covered.

Default WordPress Configuration

Minimal settings required for proper WordPress operation

Security Enhancements

Protection against common attacks and sensitive file access

Performance Optimization

Browser caching and GZIP compression for faster loading

SEO Friendly

Proper redirects and clean URLs for better search engine optimization

Easy to Use

Simple interface with one-click download option

What is .htaccess and Why is it Important for WordPress?

The .htaccess file is a configuration file for web servers that allows you to control various aspects of your website’s behavior. For WordPress sites, it’s crucial for:

Permalinks

Enabling clean, SEO-friendly URLs

Security

Protecting sensitive files and preventing unauthorized access

Performance

Enabling caching and compression for faster loading times

Redirects

Managing www/non-www and HTTP/HTTPS redirects

How to Use the Generated .htaccess File

Generate your .htaccess file using our tool
Copy the content or download the file
Important: Ensure the downloaded file is named .htaccess (with the leading dot). If it’s missing the dot, rename it to .htaccess
Upload it to your WordPress root directory (where wp-config.php is located)
If a .htaccess file already exists, backup it first and then replace it
Test your website to ensure everything works correctly