The content of a directory can be protected with a password when being accessed from a web browser
This feature allows you to limit access to a certain website or section of a website. The visitor willing to access will need to enter a valid username and password. It is a quick and easy method that needs no modifications to the website. It is typically used to block access to a site that is under development.
Prerequisites
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Access to cPanel or
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Access to Funio Hub
Task completion: 10 minutes
Expertise: intermediate
How to do it?
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Log in to your cPanel account through your Funio Hub. In the Files section, choose Directory Privacy.
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You can now browse to the directory you want to protect with a password. Note: Click the icon to open a folder. Click the name to select a folder.
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Once you have selected the directory you want to protect, in the new screen check the box Password protect this directory and Enter a name for the protected directory.
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Now you will have to create a username and a password to give access to the directory and click Save.
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Once you have added the authorized users, you can close the window or go back.
Now, every time someone will try to access the directory from a web browser, a prompt will appear, asking for a username and password.
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