Private sites are only visible to site owners and collaborators by default. You can add password protection or make it public with a paid plan.

To check if your site is active:

1. Go to Home Menu
2. Click Settings
3. Select Site Availability
4. Look for "Public" status

When upgrading from trial to paid:

• Trial sites remain private and unindexed by search engines
• Only direct links or connected domains provide access
• Password protection available for selected visitors

For online stores to go live:

• Connect a payment processor
• Remove "Payment disabled" banner
• Enable complete checkout process

Changes requiring save to be visible:

• Layout Pages
• Posts, events, and products
• Page descriptions and settings
• Style and design changes
• Content block areas

Changes visible after page refresh:

• Gallery images
• Gallery Page media
• Album Page tracks
• Navigation menu updates

To maintain privacy after upgrading:

• Keep site private or password-protected
• Use Google Search Console to remove indexed content
• Configure search engine visibility settings

Remember: All changes are saved automatically but may require refreshing to be visible to visitors. For complete site visibility control, regularly check Site Availability settings.

Related features:

• Password protection options
• Search engine indexing controls
• Page visibility settings
• Site launch checklist

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