What Does URL Rewriting Mean?
URL rewriting is the process of modifying Uniform Resource Locators (URLs) for various purposes. The URL as a “web address” is a string that, when entered into the browser bar field, directs the browser to move to a given site and page. Changing the URL can help with user access and site visibility; it can also be used by hackers to redirect users without their knowledge or “trap” them in a certain site.
Techopedia Explains URL Rewriting
URL rewriting can be done through coding with various tools, or with a “rewrite engine” that automates the process. Webmasters may want to rewrite a URL for readability, to make it easier for users to type into the URL bar, or for various other types of advertising or visibility benefits.
