📖 What is .htaccess Generator?
The .htaccess Generator creates Apache configuration rules for common tasks — URL redirects (301/302), rewrite rules, security headers, caching directives, IP blocking and custom error pages. Select what you need and get ready-to-paste .htaccess code. Use it when setting up redirects, hardening security, or configuring caching on Apache servers. Everything runs in your browser.
💡 Example
Input
Redirect: /old-page → /new-page (301)
Force HTTPS
Add security headers
Output
RewriteRule ^old-page$ /new-page [R=301,L]
RewriteCond %{HTTPS} off
RewriteRule ^(.*)$ https://%{HTTP_HOST}/$1 [R=301,L]
Header set X-Frame-Options "DENY"
🛠️ Common Use Cases
- Setting up 301 redirects for migrated URLs
- Forcing HTTPS across all pages
- Adding security headers (X-Frame-Options, CSP, HSTS)
- Configuring browser caching for static assets
- Blocking IP addresses or user agents
📝 Common .htaccess Directives
RewriteRule — URL rewriting and redirectsRewriteCond — conditions for rewrite rulesHeader set — HTTP response headersErrorDocument — custom error pagesExpiresByType — browser caching rulesDeny from / Allow from — IP access control
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- Missing [L] flag — without the Last flag, rules continue processing and may cause loops
- Redirect loops — redirecting / to / or not excluding the target URL from the rule
- Testing in production — always test .htaccess changes on staging first. A syntax error returns 500 errors.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does .htaccess work with Nginx? ▾
No — .htaccess is Apache-specific. Nginx uses its own config format in nginx.conf. Use the Nginx Config Generator for Nginx servers.
Will .htaccess changes take effect immediately? ▾
Yes — .htaccess changes are read on every request. No server restart is needed, unlike changes to httpd.conf.
How do I force HTTPS? ▾
Use RewriteCond %{HTTPS} off followed by RewriteRule ^(.*)$ https://%{HTTP_HOST}/$1 [R=301,L].
Is my data private? ▾
Yes — all processing runs entirely in your browser. Your data is never sent to any server.
Is this tool free? ▾
Completely free — no login, no usage limits, works offline once loaded.
Yes — completely free, no login required, no usage limits.
Is my data private? ▾
Yes — all processing runs in your browser. Your data is never sent to any server.
Does it work offline? ▾
Yes — once the page is loaded, the tool works without an internet connection.