htaccess pcfg_openfile: unable to check htaccess file, ensure it is readable

unable to check htaccess file
To solve “.htaccess pcfg_openfile: unable to check htaccess file, ensure it is readable” follow the steps below:-

1. Log into your hosting control panel.
2. Click on “Frontpage Extensions” icon
3. Click on “Reinstall extensions” button beside your problem domain.

We recommend against using FrontPage extensions whereever possible as it is now out-dated and full of security holes.




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