How to Set Up 404 Error Pages in HostEase？

404 error page is the most frequent error that we meet when we access the website by wrong URL. The detailed reasons include:

1.The server can not find the pages or access paths that you request.

2.The link you input was changed or you have inputted (the) wrong links.

As you know, the browser has its default error pages such as 404 error page. Some of you may want your customized error page and don’t want the default one. Today, I would like to share with you how to set up the 404 error page in HostEase.

Generally, there are two methods for you to customize your 404 error page. The first way, also the simpler one, log into your cPanel and find the advanced option. Then click error pages and you can customize your website error pages there. This function is automatically provided by cPanel. If you prefer, you can create a customized error page for any valid HTTP status code beginning with 4 or 5. Just edit them directly here.

The second way, go to file manager in your cPanel. Then you can create a file named 404.shtml in the root directory of each website. Edit this file and then the visitors will see your customized 404 error page.

Of course, there are several other methods; for example, you can also redirect it to a new link by using 301 permanent redirection.

However, we should pay attention to the following items.

1.404 error page shouldn’t be pointed to the home page, or it may be disappeared from the search engine.

2.Absolute URL is not recommended.

3.It is a better choice for the customers to choose where to go but the automatic forwarding pages that you defined.

A nice 404 error page is a friendly interface to visitors,so it is important for you to design a nicer 404 error page.