301 vs 302 redirects?

301 permanent (transfers SEO), 302 temporary (no SEO transfer). Use 301 for permanent changes.

Where to put htaccess code?

In .htaccess file in root directory. Create if doesn't exist. Backup existing file first.

htaccess Redirect Generator 301 302 Force HTTPS Apache Offline

Type	Old Path	New URL

What is .htaccess?

.htaccess (hypertext access) is a configuration file for Apache web servers. It allows you to control server behavior on a per-directory basis without modifying the main server configuration. Common uses include URL redirects, password protection, and custom error pages.

Common Redirect Types

301 Permanent: Permanent redirect, passes SEO value
302 Temporary: Temporary redirect, doesn't pass SEO value
HTTP to HTTPS: Forces secure connections
WWW to non-WWW: Standardizes domain format

Why Use Redirects?

Maintain SEO rankings when changing URLs
Fix broken links and 404 errors
Enforce HTTPS for security
Consolidate duplicate content
Rename or restructure website URLs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 301 and 302 redirects?

A 301 redirect is permanent and tells search engines to transfer SEO value to the new URL. A 302 redirect is temporary and doesn't transfer SEO value. Use 301 for permanent URL changes and 302 for temporary maintenance or testing.

How do I force HTTPS with htaccess?

Add this code to your .htaccess file: RewriteEngine On, RewriteCond %{HTTPS} off, RewriteRule ^(.*)$ https://%{HTTP_HOST}%{REQUEST_URI} [L,R=301]. This redirects all HTTP traffic to HTTPS.

How do I redirect www to non-www?

Use: RewriteCond %{HTTP_HOST} ^www\.(.*)$ [NC], RewriteRule ^(.*)$ https://%1/$1 [R=301,L]. This redirects www.example.com to example.com while preserving the path.

Where do I put the htaccess code?

Place the generated code in your .htaccess file in the root directory of your website. If the file doesn't exist, create it. Always backup your existing .htaccess before making changes.