Plugin to edit htaccess file

Question

Is there anyway I can edit my htaccess file without using ftp?

Answer 1

Here are a couple of options:

• WP htaccess Control - will let you manually edit your .htaccess file
• All-in-one htaccess Plugin - will let you dynamically create an .htaccess file based on which modules/features you want set up

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Answer 2

Many hosts offer cPanel, which includes a File Manager. You can open the file from there. You may need to check that it's showing hidden file types.

Answer 3

Within the versions of cPanel I am familiar with there is a .htaccess specific editor under the Advanced Tools menu.

Answer 4

There is the AskApache Password Protection plugin (Worpress repository), which, from their site

adds some serious password protection to your WordPress Blog. Not only does it protect your wp-admin directory, but also your wp-includes, wp-content, plugins, etc. plugins as well.

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The plugin is simple, you just choose a username and password and you are done. It writes the .htaccess file, without messing it up. It also encrypts your password and creates the .htpasswd file, as well as setting the correct security-enhanced file permissions on both.