If the installer.cgi script did not work then use this readme file to install htaccess.
We suggest trying the installer.cgi script before doing it manually.
You can use the Readme.html File for instructions on how to install ACAccesss
What is htaccess?
htaccess is a system used by the Apache server. It will instantly create a secure folder requesting a username and password to access the secure folder.
AuthUserFile /path/to/the/password/file/.htpasswd
AuthGroupFile /dev/null
AuthName "YourSite Members Area"
AuthType Basic
<Limit GET POST>
require valid-user
</Limit>
AuthUserFile /path/to/the/password/file/.htpasswd - This is the path to the .htpasswd file. read more on htpasswd files
AuthGroupFile /dev/null - This is the path to the group file. Some servers allow you to have different groups of users. /dev/null means there are no groups.
AuthName "YourSite Members Area" - This is what will show when the user is asked for their username and password.
AuthType Basic - Means basic protection
<Limit GET POST>
require valid-user
</Limit> - This means every SINGLE-USER is required to have a username and password.
Save this file as htaccess.txt
Upload the htaccess.txt file to the folder you want password protected.
Rename "htaccess.txt" to ".htaccess"
That's it, your htaccess file is now prepared. Be sure to read how to setup your htpasswd file next.