Part of SEO optimization is making sure that visitors to your site have a secure connection. Use your site’s .htaccess file to force all visitors to visit with a secure HTTPS connection.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to forcing HTTPS using the .htaccess file
00:25 SSL Prerequisites
00:37 Getting to File Manager
00:43 Locating the File
01:43 Viewing the File
01:48 Editing your File
02:03 Code for Redirect
02:36 Testing the Code
03:14 Conclusion
Related Articles:
► Learn more in our full article – Force HTTPS with the .htaccess File –
►The Complete Guide to cPanel’s Free AutoSSL –
► How to Force HTTPS using .htaccess (article)
https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/website/ssl/how-to-force-https-using-the-htaccess-file/
► How to Install Really Simple SSL
https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/edu/wordpress/how-to-install-wp-really-simple-ssl-plugin/
►Video: How to View Hidden FIles in cPanel File Manager –
►Viewing Hidden Files (htaccess) in cPanel’s File Manager –
►Video: How to Edit a File using the cPanel File Manager –
►How to Edit a File on My Server –
►cPanel Education Channel –
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