HTACCESS Generator
Generate common .htaccess snippets for redirects, caching, security, and error pages.
About HTACCESS Generator
Apache-powered hosting still relies on .htaccess for common tasks like redirects, caching, security headers, and custom error pages, and the directive syntax is memorized more than understood. This generator produces ready-to-use snippets for the scenarios sites deal with most, so you copy working config instead of pasting shaky examples from forum threads.
Pick a rule category — redirect, caching, security, or error pages — and fill in the specifics, such as the target URL or the error code. The tool emits the corresponding Apache directives, formatted clearly enough to drop into your .htaccess file. Redirect options cover the permanent 301 and temporary 302 cases.
System administrators and developers working on shared Apache hosting use it for site migrations, asset caching, and hardening, while SEO specialists generate 301 redirects when a site restructures. Anyone who manages a legacy or shared-hosting site benefits from config they can apply and remove quickly.
How to Use
- Choose the rule category: redirect, caching, security, or errors.
- Fill in the specifics like the redirect target.
- Copy the generated .htaccess snippet.
Example
Redirect /old-page to /new-page (301) Redirect 301 /old-page /new-page
A permanent 301 redirect tells browsers and search engines that the old URL has moved permanently to the new one.
FAQ
What is .htaccess?
A configuration file for Apache web servers that controls redirects, security, caching, and URL rewriting per directory.
When should I use 301 vs 302 redirects?
301 is permanent and passes link equity; 302 is temporary. Use 301 only when the move is truly permanent.
Is .htaccess still relevant?
Yes on Apache hosting, but modern platforms like Vercel use config-based routing instead. This tool targets Apache setups.
Is .htaccess read on every request, and does it slow the site?
Yes, Apache reads the file on each request, and the overhead is usually negligible on small sites but can add up on busy servers. For high-traffic applications, moving equivalent rules into the main virtual host configuration is the better practice.
Can I combine multiple generated snippets in one file?
Yes, snippets from different categories can coexist in a single .htaccess as long as they don't conflict. Keep the sections ordered and commented, and test after each change — a syntax error in .htaccess can take the whole site down.