Let’s take a closer look at adding an Apache handler on DirectAdmin. Bobcares, as a part of our Server Management Services offers solutions to every query that comes our way.

Add Apache Handler On DirectAdmin

Webserver handlers control each file’s server behavior. The best way to integrate support for custom files is to include Apache handlers on the control panel.

A “handler” is an internal Apache representation of the action to be taken when a file is called. Normally, the server just serves all files, however, some file types are “treated” differently. Apache Handlers instruct Apache on how to handle specific file types.

Apache manages CGI scripts and server-parsed files. These files have the following file extensions: .cgi, .pl, .plx, .ppl, .perl, and .shtml. To handle a new file type, we can configure Apache to use an existing handler. Add the handler and extension manually to this interface to accomplish this.

How To Add Apache Handler On DirectAdmin?

The following steps help to add the Apache handler on DirectAdmin:

1. Firstly, login to the DirectAdmin control panel.
2. Then select the Apache Handlers icon under Advanced Features from the main control panel menu.
3. Now the Apache handlers page appears. Under the Create/Add an Apache Handler, there will be two fields.
   • Handler: Provide the handler’s name here.
   • Extension: Choose which file extensions we want the handler to process by entering them. A file extension consists of the letters after the dot (.) in a file name. To include multiple extensions, use space in between them.
4. Finally, click the Add button.

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Conclusion

To conclude, this article provides the simple steps from our Tech team to add an Apache handler on the DirectAdmin control panel.