How to Protect the htaccess File

Securing your htaccess file involves setting up restricted access using authentication methods such as passwords and IP whitelisting. We'll walk you through the step-by-step process of implementing these security measures to keep your website safe from potential threats.   
 

You can prevent unauthorized access to your htaccess file by adding this rule to the file :

# .htaccess protection

order allow, deny
deny from all
satisfy all

Protecting your .htaccess file is crucial for maintaining the security and functionality of your website. By following these steps and staying proactive, you can ensure that only authorized individuals have access to modify or view this critical configuration file.