How to SEO safe redirect from domain1.com to domain2.com or domain1.com to subdomain.domain1.com

Sometimes it is necessary to redirect website visitors to a new domain or subdomain. In these cases, implementing an SEO-safe redirect is essential to preserve your search rankings. The 301 redirect is the most effective method for permanent domain redirection while maintaining SEO value.

This guide covers two reliable methods to implement a 301 SEO-safe redirect, either through direct .htaccess file modification or using CyberPanel's built-in tools for those using this hosting control panel.

Method 1: Using .htaccess File

1. Go to your file manager
2. Locate the .htaccess file in your root directory
3. If the file doesn't exist, create a new one named ".htaccess"
4. Paste the following code:

RewriteEngine On
RewriteCond %{HTTP_HOST} ^domain\.com$ [NC]
RewriteRule ^(.*)$ https://subdomain.domain.com/$1 [L,R=301]

Replace "domain" and "subdomain" with your actual domain values.

Method 2: Using CyberPanel (For CyberPanel Users)

1. Navigate to Websites > List Websites
2. Find your website in the list
3. Click on "Manage"
4. Select "Redirect Rules" and input the following code:

RewriteEngine On
RewriteCond %{HTTP_HOST} ^domain\.com$ [NC]
RewriteRule ^(.*)$ https://subdomain.domain.com/$1 [L,R=301]

Congratulations! Your domain will now safely redirect visitors to your new domain while preserving your hard-earned SEO value.