How to Set Up a Domain Redirect in cPanel

Setting Up Domain Redirects

Redirects send visitors from one URL to another automatically. Common uses include redirecting www to non-www, redirecting old pages to new ones, or redirecting a second domain to your main site.

Types of Redirects

Always use 301 for permanent changes (rebranding, URL restructuring).

Step 1 — Open Redirects in cPanel

1. Log into cPanel
2. Go to Domains → Redirects

Step 2 — Create a Redirect

1. Type: Select 301 (Permanent) or 302 (Temporary)
2. https?://www.? — Select the domain from the dropdown
3. Redirects to: Enter the destination URL (e.g., https://newdomain.co.ke)
4. www. Redirection: Choose:

- Redirect with or without www (recommended)

- Only redirect with www

- Only redirect without www

1. Check Wild Card Redirect to redirect all pages under the domain
2. Click Add

Common Redirect Scenarios

Redirect second domain to main domain:

• From: oldbrand.co.ke
• To: newbrand.co.ke

Redirect HTTP to HTTPS (use .htaccess instead):

RewriteEngine On
RewriteCond %{HTTPS} off
RewriteRule ^(.*)$ https://%{HTTP_HOST}%{REQUEST_URI} [L,R=301]

Redirect old page to new page:

• From: yourdomain.co.ke/old-page
• To: yourdomain.co.ke/new-page

Verifying Your Redirect

Use redirect-checker.org to confirm your redirect is working and returning the correct status code.