To install the IIS URL Rewrite module on Windows, follow these steps:

Step 1: Open Server Manager

1. Launch Server Manager from the Start menu.

Step 2: Add Roles and Features

1. Click on “Manage” in the top right corner.
2. Select “Add Roles and Features.”

Step 3: Navigate Through the Wizard

1. Click “Next” on the initial page.
2. Choose “Role-based or feature-based installation” and click “Next.”
3. Select the target server from the server pool and click “Next.”

Step 4: Install Web Server (IIS)

1. In the “Roles” section, expand “Web Server (IIS).”
2. Check the box next to “Web Server” if it isn’t already selected.
3. Click “Next.”

Step 5: Add Features

1. In the “Features” section, scroll down and check “URL Rewrite.”
2. Click “Next.”

Step 6: Confirm Installation

1. Review your selections and click “Install.”
2. Wait for the installation to complete, and then click “Close.”

Step 7: Verify Installation

1. Open IIS Manager from the Start menu.
2. Select your website in the left pane.
3. Look for “URL Rewrite” in the features view.

Step 8: Download and Install (if not available)

If you don’t see the URL Rewrite option, you can download it directly:

1. Go to the Microsoft URL Rewrite Module page.
2. Download the installer.
3. Run the installer and follow the prompts to complete the installation.

Additional Notes

• Ensure that your server has the latest updates for IIS.
• Restart IIS Manager after installation to see the changes.

By following these steps, you should successfully install the IIS URL Rewrite module