How to Archive a Wordpress Site
- George Apostolov
How to Archive a Wordpress Site: step-by-step guide
On your WordPress dashboard, click on Appearance.
Under Appearance, select Widgets.
Click on the dropdown on the desired tab/ menu of your page.
Click on the Archives widget and drag it.
Drag the Archives widget and put it under the Sidebar Single Post.
Edit the title of the Archive and hit Save.
Quick answer: To archive a site in WordPress, go to Appearance and select Widgets. Click the dropdown on the desired tab or menu, then drag the Archives widget under the Sidebar Single Post. Finally, edit the title of the Archive and hit Save.
About this WordPress tutorial
Add an archive to your WordPress site by dragging the Archives widget to the sidebar and saving your changes. This guide shows how to archive a Wordpress Site in 6 steps, starting with "On your WordPress dashboard, click on Appearance" and finishing with "Edit the title of the Archive and hit Save". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real WordPress interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to archive a Wordpress Site?
6 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your WordPress data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under WordPress. Related guides: How to Back Up a WordPress Site, How to Block an IP Address from your Website Wordpress and How to Block Countries from your Website in Wordpress. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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