
Here are five solutions to force HTTPS on a WordPress website:
- Use a Plugin: One of the easiest ways to force HTTPS on a WordPress website is by using a plugin. There are several plugins available in the WordPress repository, such as Really Simple SSL, SSL Insecure Content Fixer, and WP Force SSL & HTTPS. These plugins will automatically redirect all HTTP requests to HTTPS, ensuring that your website is always secure.
- Modify the .htaccess file: If you’re comfortable with modifying the .htaccess file, you can add a code snippet to force HTTPS. Here’s an example:
RewriteEngine On
RewriteCond %{HTTPS} !=on
RewriteRule ^(.*)$ https://%{HTTP_HOST}%{REQUEST_URI} [L,R=301]
This code will redirect all HTTP requests to HTTPS.
- Modify the wp-config.php file: Another way to force HTTPS is by modifying the wp-config.php file. Simply add the following code snippet to the file:
define(‘FORCE_SSL_ADMIN’, true);
This will force HTTPS for the WordPress admin area.
- Use Cloudflare: If you’re using Cloudflare as your CDN, you can enable the “Always Use HTTPS” option in the Crypto tab of the Cloudflare dashboard. This will automatically redirect all HTTP requests to HTTPS.
- Use your web host’s control panel: Many web hosts provide an option to force HTTPS from the control panel. Check with your web host to see if this option is available, and if so, enable it to force HTTPS on your WordPress website.