How to password protect a directory in cPanel

Description
  • Log into cPanel.
  • Go to Security section and click on Web protect option.
  • Click the folder you want to get protected in public_html.
  • Select checkbox for protection by password for the directory. Enter name for protected directory and click on Save button, when done. Directory will be protected and will require a password to enter through browser.
  • You need to create at least one user and assign them a password to access directory.
  • Go Back. Scroll down and go to create user section. Fill in the required fields and click on Add/Modify authorized user. The protected directory will have a user to access it. Repeat this process for more users (if required).
  • A lock button will be assigned to directory, meaning that it is protected by a password.

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