Htaccess prevent file download without cookie

 · I've known some trick using the htaccess to prevent direct file access / file browsing for directory, in this case, the directory is "downloads" in the whmcs root. If i put that htaccess in the downloads folder, i can't access / direct download the file i've uploaded in the product downloads as i expected, but apparently this also affect the Missing: cookie. htaccess file is one way to change settings on your server, without editing the main config files. Such as creating redirects and password protecting areas on your website. Creating bltadwin.russ file is only part one. There are other sample commands that can be used to optimize your bltadwin.rug: cookie.  · FYI, using the Mod_Rewrite Variables Cheatsheet makes this example, and all bltadwin.russ code easier to understand. This demo lets you set a cookie with 1 of 3 values, then you just request the pdf file with a normal link click and get 1 of 3 different responses.

Working on a WordPress support site which has registered only user content, including uploaded PDF and ZIP files. I'm looking for a way to prevent direct access to those PDFs and ZIP files inside the wp-content/uploads directory without the use of a plugin. Avoid editing bltadwin.russ file without confirming your host's related to the same. Sometimes, your host may have uncommon WordPress redirect rules. So, it is a good practice to confirm the host's restrictions regarding the same and then touch bltadwin.russ file. htaccess is a very ancient configuration file that controls the Web Server running your website, and is one of the most powerful configuration files you will ever come across.. htaccess has the ability to control access/settings for the HyperText Transfer Protocol (HTTP) using Password Protection, Redirects, rewrites, and much much more.

Move your data across to this new directory and create bltadwin.russ file with the following content: Order Allow,Deny Deny from All. The bltadwin.russ directives will disable any direct file download for any file name and type. In order for this to work make sure to enable. AllowOverride All. Deny All Access bltadwin.russ perm link. If you want to prevent apache serving any files at all, use the following. Apache Deny from all Apache # Require all denied This will stop you from accessing your website. If you want to deny all access but still be able to view it yourself please read the next rule. Tagged as: download, file, filter, htaccess, mod_rewrite, php, protect, rewrite, wordpress, wp_list_pages Newer Another day at the zoo: the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo this time Older Non race photos from a day at the races.