Yes, Network Solutions supports .htaccess files on the Unix based platform.

.htaccess files are frequently used to set up password protection on specific directories. If you are on a windows based platform or are not familiar with .htaccess files, you can use the Password Protection feature offered in the Hosting Control Panel. Review the article How To Set Up Directory Passwords for additional information.

.htaccess files are also used for:

• Error Pages
• Redirects
• Restricting Access
• Etc

Note

• Changes made directly to an .htaccess file used for password protection will not be reflected in the Password Protection section of the Hosting Control Panel
• .htaccess files must be uploaded in ASCII mode not binary mode, and the permissions need to be set at 644 (rw-r--r--).
• .htaccess files affect the directory they are placed in and all sub-directories.