Once this secret page is opened, it will automatically generate a phrase and it should look like this, but obviously a different code.
Do not refresh this page yet because we need this code one more time. However, for another website you'll need to regenerate a new phrase by refreshing this Google page. Never use the same code for different websites.
Copy the phrase exactly as is and replace the code on the wp-config-sample.php as in the image below.
Now that you have your crazy encrypted code replaced, it’s time to save the file.
We now have the other file to change, but this next file is even easier.
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Lady May
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These are actually big questions that can't be answered simply. But in essence, PHP files are what make your site look the way it does and they all talk to each other, this includes the config file. Keys & Salts are unique phrases to ward off hackers, I think I explained this in my training. Hackers are evil things that love to destroy. I hope I've answered your question :)
Harrysastar2
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Hi Sharon, thanks for the training, anything that helps prevent hacking is worth trying. Bookmarked
Harrysastar2
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Hi Sharon, no, I don't think it's too complicated, particularly if you have some knowledge of ftp and php, although people may be concerned that if they get it wrong it could crash their sites. I would suggest trying it on a site rubix test site, that way if it goes wrong it can be deleted, then start again on another test site till you find out where you are going wrong. Unfortunately, free members are only allowed two free sites, so I would say to them be careful.
