{"id":2550,"date":"2020-04-13T21:05:24","date_gmt":"2020-04-13T21:05:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.arzhost.com\/?p=1425"},"modified":"2026-04-27T21:49:38","modified_gmt":"2026-04-27T16:49:38","slug":"redirect-http-to-https-htaccess-wordpress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arzhost.com\/blogs\/redirect-http-to-https-htaccess-wordpress\/","title":{"rendered":"A Step-by-Step Guide to Redirecting HTTP to HTTPS in WordPress"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Overview of Protocols: HTTP, HTTPS, and SSL<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The website owners need to know about the Redirect HTTP To HTTPS htaccess WordPress to improve the security feature of the website. Usually, a domain does not include the SSL certificate when initially purchased from the domain provider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SSL certificate is essential to create a security layer around the domain, especially for eCommerce websites, to protect the payment information of online buyers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/\"><strong>WordPress<\/strong><\/a> is a convenient website builder widely used for developing websites. More than 25% of the sites on the internet are developed with WordPress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/lQsmXS3hKsk\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Along with the convenience of website building, there is a massive risk of hackers\u2019 attacks, especially on websites designed with WordPress. Therefore, it is necessary to use various safety measures on WordPress websites like SSL certificates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is HTTP<\/strong>: Understanding the Hypertext Transfer Protocol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>HTTP is an abbreviation of (<strong>Hypertext Transfer Protocol)<\/strong> that is used to transfer data and files in various formats on the World Wide Web (www). Usually, the URL of any website starts that starts with HTTP is marked as \u201cnot secure\u201d in the domain bar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It happens because it allows transferring any type of data without encryption, and it is easy for hackers to get access to data easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related Article: <a href=\"https:\/\/arzhost.com\/blogs\/reduce-http-requests\/\">Boost Website Performance: Reduce HTTP Requests Today<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Explanation of Secure HTTP and Secure Sockets Layer (SSL)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>HTTPS is an abbreviation of Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secured. It works in the same pattern just like <strong>HTTP<\/strong>, but it encrypts the data during communication between the client and the server.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While It helps to enhance the security of the website. It is beneficial to keep the hackers away from the site because it is secured with an SSL certificate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The addition of \u201cS\u201d in HTTP represents the SSL (<strong>Secure Sockets Layer<\/strong>) certificate that is installed on the domain. It is used for data encryption purposes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Methods to Ensure HTTPS Usage in WordPress<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Users can activate the SSL certificate manually or can use a WordPress plugin for this purpose. But we recommend using a plugin if you are a beginner to avoid any type of problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep in mind; that don\u2019t forget to take the backup of the database. It is beneficial to restore the settings in case of any problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Force HTTPS in WordPress by Using a Plugin: Step-by-Step Guide<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is the easiest way to <strong>redirect all traffic to HTTPS<\/strong> in WordPress. Different plugins are available for this purpose, but in this article, we are going to use a \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/arzhost.com\/dedicated-servers\/\"><strong>really simple SSL plugin<\/strong><\/a>.\u201d This plugin is recommended and widely used by websites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow the below-mentioned simple steps to download and install the plugin:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step # 1<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Go to the Dashboard of WordPress<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/arzhost.com\/inc\/uploads\/2020\/04\/301-redirect-http-to-https-htaccess.png\" alt=\"301 redirect http to https htaccess\" class=\"wp-image-1426\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step # 2<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Go to plugins options in the right menu bar<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/arzhost.com\/inc\/uploads\/2020\/04\/redirect-all-traffic-to-https.png\" alt=\"redirect all traffic to https\" class=\"wp-image-1427\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step # 3<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Select add new plugin<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/arzhost.com\/inc\/uploads\/2020\/04\/htaccess-force-https-and-www.png\" alt=\"htaccess force https and www\" class=\"wp-image-1428\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step # 4<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Search and install a Simple SSL plugin.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/arzhost.com\/inc\/uploads\/2020\/04\/really-simple-SSL-plugin-for-wordpress.png\" alt=\"really simple SSL plugin for wordpress\" class=\"wp-image-1429\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step # 5<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Activate your plugin<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/arzhost.com\/inc\/uploads\/2020\/04\/activate-really-simple-ssl-plugin.png\" alt=\"activate really simple ssl plugin\" class=\"wp-image-1430\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>After installing and activating the plugin click &#8220;Go Ahead, Activate SSL&#8221;, It automatically detects the SSL certificate and redirects your website to HTTPS.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/arzhost.com\/inc\/uploads\/2020\/04\/how-to-force-https-wordpress.png\" alt=\"how to force https wordpress\" class=\"wp-image-1431\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The most attractive part of using a plugin is that it automatically detects and fixes the HTTP errors in the content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, some drawbacks are also present in using the plugin. Plugins use a buffering technique to fix content errors that can harm the performance of the website. But this impact can be reduced up to a certain level by using a caching plugin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep in mind; that you have to make sure that the plugin remains activated all the time. Otherwise, your site will face mixed content errors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-call-to-action uagb-block-aaa58f13 wp-block-button uag-blocks-common-selector\" style=\"--z-index-desktop:479;;--z-index-tablet:undefined;;--z-index-mobile:undefined;\"><div class=\"uagb-cta__wrap\"><h2 class=\"uagb-cta__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/arzhost.com\/lifetime-web-hosting\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/arzhost.com\/lifetime-web-hosting\/\">Never Pay for Hosting Again\u2014Exclusive Lifetime Hosting for You!<\/a><\/h2><p class=\"uagb-cta__desc\">Lifetime Hosting, One-Time Payment\u2014Secure Yours with up to 59% Off Today at ARZ Host!<\/p><\/div><div class=\"uagb-cta__buttons\"><a href=\"https:\/\/arzhost.com\/lifetime-web-hosting\/\" class=\"uagb-cta__button-link-wrapper wp-block-button__link\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Read More<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Manual Configuration for HTTPS Enforcement in WordPress<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This method is somehow tricky, but it is permanent, and the best solution for 301 <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>redirect HTTP to HTTPS access<\/strong><\/span>. But this method requires little knowledge about coding. If you don\u2019t know about coding, then don\u2019t worry, we will provide you with codes and tell you how to implement them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First, you have to go to the settings option in the WordPress dashboard. Under the general settings, change the site URL in the fields and replace HTTP with HTTPS. After changing the protocol, save the settings, it will result in logging out and asking you to log in again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the next step, you have to add the following code in the .htaccess file of WordPress to redirect the site URL from HTTP to HTTPS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><code>&lt;IfModule mod_rewrite.c&gt;<\/code><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><code>RewriteEngine On<\/code><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><code>RewriteCond %{HTTPS} off<\/code><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><code>RewriteRule ^(.*)$ https:\/\/%{HTTP_HOST}%{REQUEST_URI} [L,R=301]<\/code><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><code>&lt;\/IfModule&gt;<\/code><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nginx servers are getting popular nowadays due to their speed and efficiency. If your hosting is on <a href=\"https:\/\/arzhost.com\/dedicated-servers\/\"><strong>ARZ Host Dedicated Servers<\/strong><\/a>, then add the following code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><code>server {<\/code><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><code>listen 80;<\/code><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><code>server_name example.com www.example.com;<\/code><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><code>return 301 https:\/\/example.com$request_uri;<\/code><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><code>}<\/code><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Techniques for Redirecting Traffic to Secure URLs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After the successful implementation of the above coding in the .htaccess file, your entire site works by using <a href=\"https:\/\/arzhost.com\/blogs\/redirect-http-to-https-htaccess-wordpress\/\"><strong>Redirect HTTP To HTTPS htaccess WordPress<\/strong><\/a> without displaying any type of error. But if you want to force HTTPS and SSL on the admin area and login pages, then you have to configure the wp-config.php file for SSL.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For this purpose, add the following code in the wp-config.php file just above the \u201cThat\u2019s all, stop editing!\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><code>define('FORCE_SSL_ADMIN', true);<\/code><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After completion of the process mentioned above, the SSL certificate is integrated completely into the website. But still, the website encounters errors of mixed content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Old HTTP Protocol: Discussing the Legacy HTTP Protocol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It could be due to different sources like images, style sheets, scripts, etc. because this loading uses the old HTTP protocol. In this case, the browser doesn\u2019t show a secured connection icon in the address bar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the latest versions of browsers automatically detect and block unsecured scripts and resources. These browsers show a secured connection icon in the address bar but with a notification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Users can use the inspect tool to find out the mixed content errors and remove them from the website for better performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>SSL certificate is vital to make your site secure and safe. But sometimes website owners don\u2019t know the entire process, and as a result, they encounter different problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the above article, we discuss the entire process simply and easily. You can do it either manually or by using the plugin by following the steps mentioned above.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to obtain an SSL Certificate for your own? 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