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Domains & SSL

URL Redirects

Configure URL redirects at the domain level. Set up 301/302 redirects without editing server configuration files.

URL Redirects screenshot in Server Compass

Using URL Redirects in Server Compass

URL Redirects replaces complex workflows with a few clicks. Here's the process.

1

Open Domain Settings

Navigate to the Domains & SSL section of your application.

2

Configure Domain

Use URL Redirects to set up your domain configuration.

3

Verify & Apply

Server Compass verifies your settings and applies changes automatically.

Manual Mode

Manual Alternative to URL Redirects

Without URL Redirects, you'd need to SSH into your server and run these commands manually. Every. Single. Time.

1

SSH into your server

Connect to configure domains.

terminal
ssh root@your-server-ip
2

Install Certbot

Set up Let's Encrypt tooling.

terminal
apt update
apt install certbot python3-certbot-nginx
# Or for standalone:
apt install certbot
3

Configure nginx

Set up reverse proxy manually.

terminal
nano /etc/nginx/sites-available/myapp
# server {
#     listen 80;
#     server_name myapp.com www.myapp.com;
#     location / {
#         proxy_pass http://localhost:3000;
#         proxy_http_version 1.1;
#         proxy_set_header Upgrade $http_upgrade;
#         proxy_set_header Connection 'upgrade';
#         proxy_set_header Host $host;
#         proxy_cache_bypass $http_upgrade;
#     }
# }

ln -s /etc/nginx/sites-available/myapp /etc/nginx/sites-enabled/
nginx -t
systemctl reload nginx

One syntax error = site down.

4

Generate SSL certificate

Run Certbot and cross your fingers.

terminal
certbot --nginx -d myapp.com -d www.myapp.com
# Answer the interactive prompts
# Wait for DNS verification
# Hope it doesn't fail
5

Set up auto-renewal

Don't forget or your cert expires.

terminal
# Test renewal
certbot renew --dry-run

# Add cron job
crontab -e
# 0 12 * * * /usr/bin/certbot renew --quiet

Forget this step and your site shows security warnings in 90 days.

The Easy Way

Skip All That. Use Server Compass.

Server Compass replaces all those commands with a beautiful UI. URL Redirects just works—click, configure, done.

  • Visual interface
  • No terminal needed
  • Built-in error handling
  • Works on any VPS
Download Server Compass$29 • Lifetime license
Capabilities

Everything URL Redirects Offers

Everything you need for domains & ssl in one integrated tool, replacing complex CLI commands and manual configuration.

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Configure URL redirects at the domain level
Set up 301/302 redirects without editing server configuration files
Integrated with Server Compass's Domains & SSL suite
Integrated with Server Compass's Domains & SSL suite

Why URL Redirects Matters

Server management shouldn't require a DevOps team. URL Redirects makes professional-grade domains & ssl accessible to everyone.

Automatic HTTPS

URL Redirects handles SSL certificate provisioning and renewal automatically via Let's Encrypt.

Instant Propagation

URL Redirects verifies DNS settings and configures routing instantly once records are pointing correctly.

Certificate Monitoring

URL Redirects tracks certificate expiry and health so you never face an unexpected SSL error.

Zero Downtime Changes

URL Redirects applies domain configuration changes without interrupting live traffic.

Common Questions About URL Redirects

Common questions about URL Redirects in Server Compass

How do I access URL Redirects in Server Compass?

URL Redirects is available in the Domains & SSL section of Server Compass. Simply connect to your server, navigate to Domains & SSL, and you'll find URL Redirects ready to use. No additional setup or plugins required.

Does URL Redirects require any server-side installation?

No. Server Compass operates as a desktop application that connects to your server via SSH. URL Redirects works through this connection without installing any agents or packages on your server (except the optional monitoring agent for resource tracking).

Is URL Redirects included in all Server Compass plans?

Yes. Every Server Compass feature, including URL Redirects, is included with the one-time $29 payment. There are no tier restrictions, add-ons, or per-server fees. You get all 90+ features for all your servers.

Can I use URL Redirects with any VPS provider?

URL Redirects works with any VPS or dedicated server that supports SSH access and Docker. This includes DigitalOcean, Hetzner, Vultr, Linode, AWS EC2, Google Cloud, Azure, and any other provider. It also works with local servers and homelab setups.

What makes URL Redirects different from command-line alternatives?

URL Redirects provides a visual, intuitive interface that replaces complex CLI commands and configuration files. You get real-time feedback, safety confirmations, and a consistent experience across all your servers without memorizing syntax or writing scripts.

Try URL Redirects Today

Download Server Compass and get access to URL Redirects along with 89 other features. One-time $29 payment. No subscriptions. No per-server fees.