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.htaccess Redirect Generator: Create Apache Redirect Rules

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Need to set up redirects on Apache? Our .htaccess Redirect Generator creates properly formatted redirect rules in both simple Redirect and RewriteRule formats.

How to Use

  1. Enter the old URL and new URL
  2. Choose redirect type (301 permanent or 302 temporary)
  3. See both formats — simple Redirect and mod_rewrite RewriteRule
  4. Copy the rule to paste into your .htaccess file

Common Use Cases

  • Site migration: Redirect old URLs to new ones
  • URL restructuring: Update URL patterns while preserving SEO
  • Domain changes: Redirect entire domains
  • HTTP to HTTPS: Force secure connections

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I use 301 vs 302? Use 301 for permanent moves (passes SEO value) and 302 for temporary redirects.

Which format should I use? Simple Redirect is easier. RewriteRule offers more flexibility with patterns.


Try our free .htaccess Redirect Generator now.

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