How to Create a User-Friendly URL Using .htaccess Print

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You can use a .htaccess file to create shorter, cleaner URLs for your website.

For example:

  • Before: example.com/files/folder/sitemap.html
  • After: example.com/sitemap

Step 1: Log in to SiteWorx

Go to:

https://www.domain.com:2443/siteworx

Step 2: Open File Manager

Navigate to Hosting Features → File Manager.

Step 3: Locate or Create .htaccess

The file is usually located in your html folder.

Image Placeholder: File Manager showing .htaccess file.

Step 4: Add Rewrite Rule

RewriteEngine On
RewriteRule ^sitemap$ /files/folder/sitemap.html [L]

Step 5: Save Changes

Important

  • Incorrect rules can break your website
  • Always back up your .htaccess file before editing

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