How do I properly unpublish a deleted page in Vev?
Deleting a page in Vev does not automatically remove it from a live site or unpublish it. There are specific steps you need to follow depending on your publishing setup, whether you are using a custom domain or publishing to a hosting server. Below, we outline key considerations and the actions needed to properly unpublish a deleted page.
Key Considerations
Deleted pages remain on live sites: Simply deleting a page within the Vev platform does not automatically remove it from the web or your hosting server.
Unpublishing depends on the publishing setup: Whether you are publishing to a custom domain or directly to a server, steps for removing the page differ.
Steps to Properly Unpublish a Deleted Page
For Users Publishing to a Custom Domain
Unpublish the entire project: - Before deleting the page, unpublish the project to ensure all live content is removed temporarily.
Remove the unwanted page: - Delete the page you no longer need in your Vev project.
Republish the project: - Publish the project again, excluding the deleted page. This ensures the page is no longer visible on the live site.
For Users Publishing to a Hosting Server
Manually remove the file from the server: - Access the server where your project files are hosted. - Locate and delete the published file corresponding to the deleted page manually.
Check live visibility: - Verify that the file is no longer accessible from your hosting provider.
Alternative Solution: Adjusting Page Status
If you do not want to delete the page entirely but hide it from the live project:
Set the page status to "On hold" or "In review" in the project settings.
Republish the project. Pages with these statuses will not be included in the live version.
Best Practices for Managing Page Visibility
Regularly audit your live pages to ensure they align with your current project goals.
Use the "On hold" or similar status options to temporarily remove visibility without permanent deletion.
Always test your live site after unpublishing or republishing to ensure the changes are reflected correctly.
By following these steps, you can effectively manage the publication and removal of pages in your Vev projects.
Related Topics: Managing Custom Domains in Vev, Updating Live Projects