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Clean .htaccess Tool

Name: Clean .htaccess Tool
Author: Jeffrey Costa

Clean .htaccess Tool simplifies WordPress security and performance by safely removing unused entries from your .htaccess file.

Clean .htaccess Tool ranks #26,668 among WordPress.org plugins with 20+ active installations, is #574 of 1,543 in the Performance category, a 1/5 rating from 0 reviews, and was last updated Oct 4, 2024. Data from WordPress.org, refreshed twice daily — see methodology.

Tested up to WP 6.6 (Current: 7.1.2)

v1.0.1 Current Version v1.0.1

Updated 1 year ago Last Update on 04 Oct, 2024

Refreshed 10 hours ago Last Refreshed on

#574 of 1,543 in Performance Top 50% by installs Downloads -36.8% this week No update in over a year

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Plugin Details

Version: 1.0.1
Last Updated: Oct 04, 2024
Requires WP: 5.6+
Tested Up To: 6.6
PHP Version: 8.0 or higher
Author: Jeffrey Costa

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TL;DR

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This plugin is for WordPress administrators and developers who want to keep their .htaccess file clean, including after testing or removing plugins. It scans for and removes leftover .htaccess entries from deactivated or uninstalled plugins to improve site security and performance.

Detects unused .htaccess entries
User-friendly review interface
Backup creation before changes
Detailed diff view

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Clean .htaccess Tool

Yes, when used correctly. The plugin creates a backup of your .htaccess file before making any changes. It also only removes entries from deactivated or uninstalled plugins.

The plugin creates a backup file named '.htaccess.bak' in the same directory as your .htaccess file. You can use this to restore your original configuration if needed.

It's a good practice to clean your .htaccess file after you've deactivated or uninstalled plugins, especially those that modify server behavior. As a general rule, running the Clean .htaccess Tool once a month or after major plugin changes can help keep your site optimized.

While the Clean .htaccess Tool is designed to be safe, modifying the .htaccess file can potentially affect your website's functionality if not done correctly. This is why the plugin creates a backup before making any changes. If you experience any issues after cleaning, you can easily restore the backup. We recommend testing your site thoroughly after making changes.

No, the Clean .htaccess Tool is designed to be user-friendly and doesn't require deep technical knowledge of server configuration. The plugin provides a simple interface to review and approve changes before they're made. However, having a basic understanding of what the .htaccess file does can be helpful.