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How do I password-protect a directory in cPanel?

In Connect Quest cPanel at connectquest.co.in, go to Directory Privacy, select the folder, check Password protect this directory, add a username and password, and save. This creates .htaccess and .htpasswd files. Useful for protecting staging sites, admin areas, or private file repositories.

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