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Custom .htaccess rules manager

Manage custom .htaccess rules (top and bottom blocks) with shell-mode syntax highlighting and auto-expanding editor.

By Peter Duchnovsky·Backup·Free
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·0 active installs·Updated 8 months ago
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As of April 2026, Custom .htaccess rules manager is a WordPress backup plugin with 0 active installations and a 0/5 rating0. It has been downloaded 290 times in total. Requires WordPress 5.0+ and PHP 7.4+. Available on WordPress.org since 2025. Top alternative: All-in-One WP Migration and Backup.

0/5Rating
0active installs
290total downloads
1 yearsince 2025

Overview

The “Custom .htaccess rules manager” plugin provides a secure and intuitive interface within your WordPress admin dashboard to manage custom rules for your .htaccess file. This powerful tool allows you to insert specific rules at both the very beginning and very end of your .htaccess file, ensuring they are applied correctly without interfering with WordPress’s own core rules.

Key Features

Top and Bottom Blocks

Dedicated sections to add rules that appear before and after WordPress’s standard .htaccess content.

Shell-Mode Syntax Highlighting

Makes writing and reviewing .htaccess rules easier with clear visual cues.

Auto-Expanding Editor

The editor automatically adjusts its height to fit your content, providing a comfortable editing experience.

Automatic Backups

Every time you s…

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Ratings & Reviews

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Compatibility

WordPress5.0+ requiredTested up to 6.8.5
PHP7.4+ required

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Frequently Asked Questions

Changelog

1.0.0

Initial release of the Custom .htaccess rules manager plugin.

Features include: Top and Bottom rule blocks, shell-mode syntax highlighting, auto-expanding editor, automatic .htaccess backups, backup restoration, and uninstall options.

Full integration with WordPress Filesystem API for secure file operations.

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Contributors

Peter DuchnovskyPeter Duchnovsky
Plugin Info
Version
1.0.0
Last Updated
Jul 24, 2025
WP Requires
5.0+
Tested Up To
6.8.5
PHP Requires
7.4+
Active Installs
0
Downloads
290
Added
Jul 21, 2025
Business
Free

Tags

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Developer

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Peter Duchnovsky
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