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How to Use the .htaccess Redirect Generator

2026-11-124 min readBy Apex Tool Station Team

Generate Apache .htaccess rules for 301 redirects, forcing HTTPS, and www or non-www.

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1. What is the .htaccess Redirect Generator?

When you move or rename pages, a 301 redirect sends visitors and search engines to the new address and keeps your SEO value. This generator also writes rules to force HTTPS and choose between www and non-www. Paste the result into the .htaccess file in your Apache website root.

2. How to use the .htaccess Redirect Generator

Here is the whole process, step by step. It takes less than a minute from opening the tool to seeing your result.

1Fill in the Force HTTPS, Preferred domain, 301 redirects (old-path new-url, one per line), Generated code fields.
2Copy or download your result with the buttons under the output.

Your result updates as you type — there is nothing to press and nothing to wait for.

Everything runs in your browser — your files and text never leave your device.

3. What you can do with it

Save your result with the "Copy code", "Download .htaccess" buttons under the tool.

4. Tips for best results

Your text never leaves your device — The tool runs entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Nothing is uploaded, so you can paste private documents without worry. That also means there is no account to create and no file to upload.
It works on your phone too — Open the tool in any modern browser on Android or iPhone. The layout adjusts to the screen and everything works the same way on a small screen as on a desktop.
Save your result before you leave — Use the "Copy code" button to keep a copy.

Why use the .htaccess Redirect Generator

Frequently asked questions

Is the .htaccess Redirect Generator free?

Yes. The .htaccess Redirect Generator on Apex Tool Station is 100% free with no signup and no watermark. Browser tools have no usage limits.

Are my files or data uploaded to a server?

No. Everything runs locally in your browser using JavaScript. Your files and text never leave your device, which makes it safe for private documents.

Does it work on mobile?

Yes. The tool works on any modern browser on Android, iPhone, Windows, Mac and Linux.

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