How to Code a PHP Redirect - PHP Header Redirect

Redirecting visitors in PHP is straightforward using the  header()  function. Here's how it works:

1. Create a simple PHP file:
   Name it  index.php  and place it within the directory you want to initiate the redirect from.
2. Add the following code to the file:
   
   <?php header("Location: http://www.destination-url.com/"); ?>
   Replace  http://www.destination-url.com/  with the actual URL you want users to be redirected to.
   
   You can also specify a file path instead of a URL:
   
   <?php header("Location: anotherDirectory/anotherFile.php"); ?>
   
   
3. Save the file:
   When a visitor accesses this  index.php  file, they'll be seamlessly redirected to the specified URL or file.

Key points

• Flexibility: The  header()  function can redirect to various file types, including HTML, Python, PHP, CGI, Perl, and compiled CGI programs.
• Multiple uses: Redirections are valuable for tasks like
  • Moving visitors to updated pages
  • Forwarding to different sections of your website
  • Handling logins and access control