Unpublishing a website in Webflow is a simple process that can be done in just a few steps. Whether you want to temporarily take your site offline or permanently remove it from the web, Webflow provides an easy way to unpublish your site. In this tutorial, we will walk you through the steps to unpublish your Webflow site.
Step 1: Accessing the Project Settings
To begin with, log in to your Webflow account and navigate to the project that you want to unpublish. Once you are on the project dashboard, locate and click on the “Project Settings” button. This will open up a new page with various settings options for your project.
Step 2: Publishing Settings
On the left-hand side of the Project Settings page, you will find a menu. Look for and click on the “Hosting” option. This will take you to the Hosting settings for your project.
Step 2.1: Domain Settings
Under Hosting, you will find the option called “Domain”. If you have connected a custom domain to your Webflow site, this is where you can manage it. For unpublishing purposes, we need to focus on the section below titled “Publishing”.2: Publishing Options
In the “Publishing” section, you will see two options: “Unpublish” and “Remove Custom Domain”. The first option allows you to temporarily take your site offline without removing any custom domains connected to it.
To temporarily unpublish your site:
- Select the “Unpublish” option.
- Click on the “Save Changes” button at the bottom of the page.
Your Webflow site is now unpublished and will no longer be accessible to the public. However, please note that your site can still be accessed by you and your team members through the Webflow Designer.
To permanently remove your site:
- Select the “Remove Custom Domain” option.
- If you have connected a custom domain, make sure to disconnect it before proceeding.
By following these steps, you have successfully unpublished your Webflow site and removed any custom domains associated with it. Keep in mind that once a site is permanently removed, it cannot be recovered.
Final Thoughts
Unpublishing a website in Webflow is a straightforward process that allows you to take your site offline temporarily or permanently remove it from the web. By accessing the Project Settings and making use of the Publishing options, you can easily manage the visibility of your Webflow site. Remember to consider whether you want to temporarily unpublish or permanently remove your site before making any changes.