Summary: This guide shows you how to turn on Maintenance Mode in Sites, which temporarily takes your website offline for visitors, displaying a 'Temporarily Offline' page while still allowing site administrators to log in and make updates discreetly.
Before You Begin
- You must have the necessary permissions to access and modify Sites Settings.
- Understand that all non-admin visitors will be redirected to a placeholder page.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Click on Sites from your main navigation.
2. Select Settings from the left menu.
3. Select Site Maintenance.
4. Toggle the Maintenance Mode switch to the On position.
Troubleshooting & FAQs
- What do visitors see when Maintenance Mode is on? Visitors are redirected to a "Temporarily Offline" page that displays your organization's contact information and a login link for administrators.
- Can I still edit the site when Maintenance Mode is enabled? Yes, Site administrators can still log in and access the website backend to make updates and adjustments as usual.
- How do I turn the site back on? Repeat Steps 1-3 and Toggle the Maintenance Mode switch back to the Off position.