How to create redirects

There are several ways to create redirects, depending on your website’s technology stack. Here are some options:

1. Server-side redirect: If you have access to your server’s configuration files, you can create redirects using server-side code. This is a good option if you have a static HTML website or if you have a dynamic website using a server-side language such as PHP or ASP.NET.
2. Plugin: If you are using a content management system (CMS) such as WordPress, you can use a plugin to create redirects. There are several plugins available that allow you to easily create and manage redirects, such as Redirection or Safe Redirect Manager.
3. CMS function: Some CMSs, such as WordPress, have built-in functions for creating redirects. For example, in WordPress, you can use the (Premium) “Redirect” function in the Yoast SEO plugin to create and manage redirects or use the plugin Redirection.
4. .htaccess file: If you are using an Apache server, you can create redirects using the .htaccess file. This file is a configuration file that allows you to set up redirects and other rules for your website.

It’s important to choose a method that is consistent with your website’s technology stack and that you are comfortable using. Whichever method you choose, be sure to test the redirects to ensure that they are working correctly.