My "underconstruction" default file
I discovered a default.htm file in my public_html files. I opened it and found literally hundreds of links to websites (not mine and mostly chinese). I deleted the links. But I see where the file says "
If you own this site, your new web hosting account is now activated!
Please make sure to replace this page with your own index.htm "
My site has been live for 5+ years. I have a file named "index.php" Apparently, that file was supposed to replace the default.htm file? Not sure what to do now. Can I simply delete the default.htm file? If not, what should I do?
Thanks for your question in regards to the default.htm file. The file is NOT used when any type of index file is detected in the root directory of your website. You can simply delete it. It is not required for the operation of your site.
If you have any further questions, please let us know.
Kindest regards,
Arnel C.