The .htaccess file is a configuration file used by Apache web servers to control settings like redirects, URL rewriting, access restrictions, and caching at the directory level. It allows developers to apply rules without modifying the main server config.

NGINX does not use .htaccess files. Instead, it uses its own configuration format in nginx.conf. If you’re moving from Apache to NGINX, you’ll need to translate your rewrite and redirect rules to maintain the same site functionality.

This tool currently supports basic RewriteEngine, RewriteRule, and RewriteCond patterns, including: – Redirecting HTTP to HTTPS – URL rewrites using [L] flags – Basic pattern matching Unsupported or complex conditions will be flagged for manual review.

No. Some .htaccess rules rely on Apache-specific modules or features that don’t have direct NGINX equivalents. In such cases, this tool adds a note and recommends manual conversion.

Once you generate your NGINX configuration, you can place the rules inside a server block in your nginx.conf or in a site-specific file within /etc/nginx/sites-available/. After updating, always run: bash nginx -t to test your config before reloading: bash sudo systemctl reload nginx

Yes, it can convert common WordPress permalink rules to NGINX format. However, plugin-specific rules may vary and might need manual review.

Yes! This is a free tool by PixelHowl designed to help developers, sysadmins, and site owners during Apache to NGINX migration.

Yes, once converted, use the “Copy Output” button to copy the config directly to your clipboard. You can also manually save it as a .conf file for later use.