Apache .htaccess Generator Online — 301 Redirects, HTTPS & GZIP
Generate clean, battle-tested Apache .htaccess configuration rules. HTTPS enforcement, WWW canonicalization, GZIP compression, and security headers.
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How to do it
- 1Step 1: Open Apache .htaccess Redirect & Security Generator and add your input
Type your numbers or text, add your file, or pick the options you need. Nothing is uploaded: everything stays in your browser.
- 2Step 2: What Apache .htaccess Redirect & Security Generator does
Generate production-grade .htaccess code for HTTPS redirect, non-WWW canonicalization, GZIP compression, and security headers.
- 3Step 3: Read the result and compare
The result appears at once. Change one value to see how the answer moves, then keep the figure that fits your case.
- 4Step 4: Copy or save it
Copy the result or download it. For an important decision, confirm it with the official source or an adviser.
About this tool
Configure Apache web servers without remembering complex regex RewriteRule syntax. Enable 301 permanent SSL HTTPS redirects, force non-WWW or WWW domains, activate mod_deflate GZIP compression, set 1-year browser caching for images/CSS/JS, insert XSS and clickjacking security headers, and define custom 404 error pages. Copy or download your `.htaccess` file instantly.
Tips for best results
Take a moment to read the options before you start, and try the tool with a small sample first. Everything runs in your browser on your own device, so nothing you type or add is uploaded, and closing the tab clears it. If something does not look right, reload the page and try again, or use the report link on this page to tell us what went wrong so we can fix it. If a result still looks wrong, change one value at a time to see which box matters most. Bookmark this page if you will need the tool again.
Quick facts
- Category: Documents
- Works in your browser, no sign-up, no upload.
- Your input stays on your device.
- Available in many languages.
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Frequently asked questions
What is an Apache .htaccess file?
.htaccess is a directory-level configuration file that allows webmasters to alter server behavior, enforce SSL, and manage URL redirects.
Why should I enforce HTTPS and non-WWW redirection?
Canonical 301 redirects prevent duplicate content SEO penalties by ensuring all search engine traffic consolidates on a single secure URL version.
How does browser caching improve website speed?
Browser caching instructs visitors' browsers to store images, fonts, and stylesheets locally, reducing server requests and speeding up page loads.
Where do I upload the .htaccess file?
Upload the file to your web server's public root directory (typically `public_html` or `www`).