>_ tools --explain

.htaccess / Nginx Config Explainer

Paste an Apache .htaccess or Nginx server block and get a plain-English, line-by-line explanation of what each directive does - redirects, security headers, caching, hotlink protection, and red flags. Everything runs in your browser; nothing is uploaded.

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no server · config never leaves this device · the reverse generator - reads configs back, one line at a time
Nginx Config Generator Generate the server block this tool explains. .htaccess Generator Build Apache rules and see them explained here. .htaccess ⇄ Nginx Converter Translate rules between the two engines. Debug Log Analyzer Paste a debug.log and see what actually failed.

>_ FAQ

What does this .htaccess rewrite rule actually do?

Paste the config into the explainer and it reads each RewriteRule, RewriteCond, Header, and FilesMatch directive back in plain English - e.g. "forces HTTPS on everything", "blocks directory listing", "protects wp-config.php", plus a red-flags list for security-critical directives.

Can I tell if a config is Apache or Nginx?

Yes - the tool auto-detects the dialect (RewriteEngine/.htaccess markers vs server{}/location{} blocks) and explains each directive against the correct knowledge base, or you can force .htaccess or Nginx.

Does my config get uploaded anywhere?

No - the explainer reads your config entirely in your browser with JavaScript. Nothing is uploaded, logged, or stored; close the tab and it is gone.