What is hotlink protection.

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Hotlink protection is a security measure used to prevent other websites from directly linking to your website's images or files.

Hotlink protection works by checking the referrer of requests for images or files, and only allowing access if the referrer is from an approved domain.
It helps prevent bandwidth theft and reduces server load by only serving content to legitimate users.
Common methods of implementing hotlink protection include using .htaccess files or server-side scripts to block unauthorized requests.
Example: If a website tries to directly link to an image on your website, hotlink protection would prevent the image from loading on the unauthorized site.

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