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I installed the WP plugin "WP Security Admin Tools" and I get the message:The file .htaccess does not exist in wp-admin/How do I fix this?
Computer OS: Windows XPBrowser: IE Already Tried: I have searched on google to get an answer - but they all seem to omitt critical steps as to exactly step-by-step how to fix the problem
Hi,CustomerMy name is XXXXX XXXXX X'd be happy to assist you solving this problem. However, I would need to know the name of webhosting company you host your blog in to be able to provide a more customized step-by-step instruction.And before providing an answer, I would like to inform you that the message "The file .htaccess does not exist in wp-admin/" is basically a security recommendation. The WP Security Admin Tools will work just fine even if you ignore the message.
I am using Hostgator
The domain I am setting up my blog is an addon domain.
I prefer to resolve any security conflicts properly.
Thanks.
OK. Let's begin...1. Open your HostGator cpanel.2. Use the File Manager to open the Document Root for your blog domain. Please do check the Show Hidden Files (dotfiles) option.3. Go to the wp-admin directory (most probably it is on public_html/wp-admin)4. Click on New File button, create a file named .htaccess5. Enter (and save) this following script to the file (you might need to use the Edit button):order deny,allowallow from a.b.c.d # XXXXX a.b.c.d with your IP addressdeny from all(To check your IP address, you can use online services such as: http://www.whatismyip.com/)Basically, this .htaccess will secure your wp-admin directory by only allowing access from predetermined IP addresses. You will need to update the script whenever you want to use computer which has been allocated different IP address.You can allow multiple IPs by using a space-separated list of IP addresses, such as:allow from 123.123.123.123 124.124.124.124 125.125.125.125PS: This is not the only way to secure your wp-admin directory (although I believe this is one of the most secure option), so if this is not an option for you (for example, if you are using internet connection with dynamic IP address allocation), please let me know so I can offer other solutions. Roberto40191.1444569097
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