Whether your site is under construction or ready for the world, you can control who sees it using your Privacy Settings. These options help you decide if your site should be publicly visible, hidden from search engines, or totally private.
Where to Find Your Privacy Settings
To adjust your site visibility:
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Log in to your WordPress dashboard
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Go to Settings > Reading
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Scroll down to the Site Visibility section
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Choose the level of access you prefer (explained below)
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Save your changes
Here’s a full walkthrough from WordPress:
🔗 Privacy Settings – WordPress.com
Privacy Options Explained
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Public
Your site is visible to everyone and can be indexed by search engines like Google.
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Hidden from Search Engines
Visitors can access your site if they have the link, but search engines are discouraged from indexing it.
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Private
Only people you invite can view the site. Great for internal projects or pre-launch previews.
When Should You Use These Settings?
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Public – For live, active websites ready for marketing or public traffic
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Hidden – While you’re working on SEO or final design before a soft launch
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Private – For pre-launch builds, client previews, or internal company sites
We also offer custom “Coming Soon” or “Under Construction” pages—just let us know if you’d like one set up!
Need Help?
If something doesn’t look right or you run into trouble, we’re here to help.
💬 You can always submit a ticket from the Knowledge Base or chat with us inside the client portal––We may be on another call when you message us, but don’t worry, we’ll be notified and get back to you as soon as we can!