The "HTTP to HTTPS Redirect" recipe simplifies the transition to a more secure online environment by automatically redirecting all HTTP requests to their encrypted HTTPS counterparts. With the increasing emphasis on web security, it's essential to use HTTPS to protect sensitive data transmitted between the user's browser and the server. This recipe ensures that visitors are seamlessly redirected to the secure version of your website, contributing to a safer online experience.

Why Install This Recipe?

Enhanced Security: Using HTTPS encrypts data exchanged between users and your website, preventing potential eavesdropping and data tampering. The recipe ensures that all connections, including those initially made over HTTP, are securely redirected to HTTPS.

Trust and Credibility: Visitors increasingly expect secure connections when browsing websites. By enforcing HTTPS, you establish trust with your audience, signaling a commitment to safeguarding their data and providing a secure online experience.

SEO Impact: Search engines prioritize secure websites. Enabling HTTPS through the "HTTP to HTTPS Redirect" recipe can positively impact your website's search engine rankings, contributing to better visibility and credibility.

Comprehensive Security Solutions: Consider exploring other "Security" recipes offered by our platform to bolster your website's overall security posture. Complementing the HTTP to HTTPS redirect with additional security measures ensures a robust defense against various online threats.

How to install this recipe on my website with redirection.io?

Installing this recipe on your website requires the following steps:

  1. Enter domain (or Sub-domain) name: On the configuration page, enter the domain (or sub-domain) name for which you want to enforce the HTTP to HTTPS redirect. Omit the protocol (http:// or https://).
  2. Click on "Install on My Website":
  3. Click on the "Install on my website" button: Execute the installation process by clicking the "Install" button. This action creates the necessary rules in "Draft" mode for redirecting all HTTP traffic to HTTPS for the specified domain.
  4. Review the created rules: Review the created rules to make sure that they accurately reflect your configuration. If necessary, you can edit the rules before publishing them on your website.
  5. Publish on your website: Finalize the installation by publishing the rules on your website. Ensure that the specified domain is accessible through HTTPS to guarantee visitors seamless access to your secure website. Failure to do so may result in visitors being unable to access your site after the redirect.