How to configure Hotlink Protection?

To enable Hotlink Protection:

  1. Log in to cPanel.
  2. Look for the Security section, then click Hotlink Protection.cPanel - Hotlink Protection
  3. Make sure the domain name you wish to protect is in the box called URLs to allow access.Configure Hotlink Protection
  4. Provide the extensions you would like to block in the Block direct access for the following extensions (comma-separated).cPanel - Block Direct Access for Hotlinking
  5. Leave the Redirect request to this URL box blank unless you want outside users to be redirected to another page. If yes, input the destination URL.
  6. Hit Submit.
  7. Scroll up a bit and hit Enable.Hotlink Enabled
  8. A successful confirmation page will appear.Hotlink Protection Confirmation
  9. Click Go Back.

To disable Hotlink Protection:

  1. On the Hotlink Protection page, click Disable.Hotlink Protection Disabled
  2. A confirmation page will be displayed.Hotlink Protection Disabled

You have now protected your images from being hot-linked. Just be sure that all of your additional domains are on the Hotlink list.

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