How to block a directory with .htaccess?

@vinnie 

To block a directory with .htaccess, follow these steps:

1. Create or locate the .htaccess file in the parent directory of the directory you want to block.
2. Open the .htaccess file using a text editor.
3. Add the following lines of code to the .htaccess file:

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Options -Indexes

This code will prevent directory listing.

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Deny from all

This code will deny access to the directory.

1. Save the .htaccess file.
2. Verify that the directory is now blocked by accessing it in a web browser. You should receive a "403 Forbidden" error message.

Note: Make sure you have access to the server's configuration files or have the AllowOverride directive set to "All" in the server configuration. Otherwise, .htaccess files may be ignored.