How to Add .htaccess Rules: A Step-by-Step Guide.
.htaccess is a configuration file used by web servers with the Apache software.
It allows you to modify or add functionality to the server by using a single line of code. With .htaccess, you can do many things, such as password-protecting your website, creating a personalized error page, or redirecting visitors to a different page.
This guide will walk you through creating and editing a .htaccess file in DirectAdmin.
Step-by-Step Guide:
- Log in to your Client Area via https://client.googiehost.com/index.php?rp=/login.
- Click on Directadmin, which can be found in the right corner under "Services."
- You will be directed to the DirectAdmin control panel.
- Click on "File Manager."
- Once you click on "File Manager," you will see various folders. You need to go to the "public_html" folder.

- To create the .htaccess file, right-click on the space under public_html, click "Create File", name your file .htaccess and then click on create.


- Right-click on the newly created .htaccess file and click on "Edit."

- Input the desired rules in the file and click on "Save."

Congratulations! You have successfully edited and created a .htaccess file in DirectAdmin.
Additional information:
- When creating .htaccess files, it's essential to remember that even a tiny error can cause the server to malfunction. Therefore, make sure to double-check the syntax and content of the file.
- You can use a .htaccess generator tool to create the desired rules and syntax for your .htaccess file.
- It's essential to test the .htaccess rules thoroughly before applying them to a live website to avoid any unintended consequences.