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A [.htaccess] file is a configuration file that tells your server how to handle certain things on your website. Like how to deliver web pages, redirect users, password-protect the admin area, protect some directories, etc.

Make the File Visible

The [.htaccess] file remains hidden by default. Follow these instructions to make it visible:

1. Go to cPanel > File Manager.
   
   
2. Click "Settings" from the top right corner.
   
   
3. Check mark [*] "Show Hidden Files (dotfiles)"
   
   
4. Click "Save".
   
   
5. Done.
   
   

The [.htaccess] file is usually located inside the [public_html] directory of your primary domain. If you have any additional domains, you will find them inside their respective directories.

Regenerate or Refresh the File

Make sure to take a backup of the original [.htaccess] and [.user.ini] files before regenerating them.

Get Current Permalink Setting:

1. Go to WP Admin > Permalinks.
   
   
2. Note the currently selected option.
   
   
3. Done!
   
   

Rename the Files:

1. Go to cPanel > File Manager.
   
   
2. Rename the [.htaccess] file to [bk-htaccess].
   
   Select the file and click "Rename" to rename it.
   Do not delete the file in case you need it later.
   
   
3. Rename the [.use.ini] file to [bk-user.ini].
   
   *Your website might not have the file.
   
   
4. Done.
   
   

Regenerate the File:

1. Go to WP Admin > Permalinks.
   
   
2. Select a different permalink option.
   
   
3. Click "Save".
   
   
4. Select the original permalink option.
   
   
5. Click "Save".
   
   
6. Done.