.htaccess Generator

Generate common .htaccess rules directly in your browser.

.htaccess Output

Runs entirely in your browser — nothing is sent to a server. Generates rules for the standard Apache mod_rewrite/mod_deflate/mod_expires modules; make sure those modules are enabled on your server (most shared hosting has them on by default). Always back up your existing .htaccess before replacing it.

Frequently Asked Questions

No — .htaccess rules only apply to Apache (or Apache-compatible) servers with the relevant modules (mod_rewrite, mod_deflate, mod_expires) enabled, which is standard on most shared hosting.

You can enable both — the generator combines them into a single RewriteEngine block with separate condition/rule pairs for each.

Yes — this tool generates a fresh set of rules based on your selected options only; it doesn't merge with an existing file. Always back up your current .htaccess before replacing it.