HOW TO DELETE A WEBSITE FROM WIX

How to Delete a Website from Wix Without Any Hassle

So, you’ve built a website on Wix, but now you’re ready to say goodbye. Maybe you’ve outgrown it, moved to a different platform, or just realised that your brilliant idea wasn’t so brilliant after all. Whatever the reason, deleting a Wix website is straightforward, if you know what you’re doing. Here’s how to do it properly.

Unpublishing vs. Deleting: What’s the Difference?

Before you go full “delete mode,” it’s important to understand the difference between unpublishing and deleting a Wix website. Unpublishing simply takes your site offline so no one can see it, but all your content remains saved. This is useful if you think you might want to use the site again in the future. Deleting, on the other hand, is permanent, you won’t be able to recover your website once it’s gone.

How to Unpublish a Wix Website

If you want to take your site offline without permanently deleting it, follow these steps:

1. Log in to your Wix Account and go to the Dashboard.

2. Click Settings on the left-hand menu.

3. Scroll down to Website Settings and select Unpublish Site.

4. Confirm your choice, and your site will be taken offline.

Your website will still exist in your Wix account, and you can republish it at any time.

How to Delete a Wix Website Permanently

If you’re sure you want to delete your website for good, follow these steps:

1. From your Wix Dashboard, go to Settings.

2. Scroll down to Roles & Permissions and make sure you’re the site owner (only owners can delete a site).

3. Click Site Actions and select Move to Trash.

4. Go to the Trash folder and select the site you want to delete.

5. Click Delete Permanently, then confirm your choice.

Once deleted, your site is gone forever. There’s no way to restore it, so make sure you back up any important content before taking this step.

Cancelling Your Wix Subscription (If Applicable)

Deleting your website doesn’t automatically cancel your Wix subscription or custom domain. If you’re paying for a premium plan, you’ll need to cancel it separately by going to Billing &Payments in your Wix Account Settings. If you have a custom domain through Wix, you can either transfer it to another provider or let it expire.

Final Thoughts

Deleting a Wix website is simple, but make sure you’re taking the right approach for your needs. If you just want to hide your site, unpublishing is a safer option. But if you’re done with it avoid unwanted charges.