How to Put the WordPress Website in Maintenance Mode
- George Apostolov
How to Put the WordPress Website in Maintenance Mode: step-by-step guide
Head over to the left-side panel, then click 'Settings'.
Scroll down to the Privacy section and select 'Coming Soon'.
Once done, tap 'Save Settings' to apply the recent changes.
After completing these steps, your WordPress will be placed instantly under Maintenance Mode.
Quick answer: To put your site in maintenance mode in WordPress, navigate to Settings in the left-side panel, go to the Privacy section, and select Coming Soon. Finally, tap Save Settings to instantly apply the changes and place your website under maintenance mode.
About this WordPress tutorial
Place your WordPress website under maintenance mode instantly by updating the Privacy settings in your dashboard. This guide shows how to put the WordPress Website in Maintenance Mode in 4 steps, starting with "Head over to the left-side panel, then click 'Settings'" and finishing with "After completing these steps, your WordPress will be placed instantly under Maintenance...". 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 put the WordPress Website in Maintenance Mode?
4 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 Remove Breadcrumbs in Wordpress, How to Remove Coming Soon Page Wordpress and How to Remove Page Title in Wordpress. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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