How to Delete a WordPress Site
- George Apostolov
How to Delete a WordPress Site: step-by-step guide
Head over to the left sidebar and click 'Settings'.
Following that, scroll down to the bottom section and then click 'Delete Your Site Permanently'.
Enter your website URL into the provided input field.
Subsequently, click 'Delete Site' to proceed.
After completing these steps, your WordPress site will be deleted instantly.
Quick answer: To remove your WordPress site, navigate to the left sidebar and select Settings. Scroll to the bottom and click Delete Your Site Permanently. Enter your website URL into the provided input field, then click Delete Site to instantly complete the deletion process.
About this WordPress tutorial
Permanently remove your WordPress site by accessing settings, entering your website URL, and confirming the deletion. This guide shows how to delete a WordPress Site in 5 steps, starting with "Head over to the left sidebar and click 'Settings'" and finishing with "After completing these steps, your WordPress site will be deleted instantly". 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 delete a WordPress Site?
5 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 Delete WordPress Site and Start Over, How to Disable Comments on WordPress and How to Download WordPress Themes. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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