WordPress: Set maintenance mode - how it works

In order to be able to make changes to the CMS with WordPress, you should set the maintenance mode. In this practical tip we will show you how.

Set maintenance mode with WordPress - so it'll work

1. First download the Easy Coming Soon plugin to your PC.
2. Unzip the archive on your PC and load the folder into the "wp-comtent / plugins" folder.
3. Navigate to your WordPress site and log in. Then activate the plugin under "Plugins".
4. If you have successfully activated the plugin, you will find it on the left side under "Easy coming soon".
5. You can then set the status, specify a background image, and specify further information.
6. With a click on "Save Options" the changes are accepted and the maintenance mode is activated.

In the next practical tip we will show you how you can set the start page in WordPress.