Making your WordPress site private is straightforward. Follow these steps:
1. Log in to your WordPress Dashboard. Access this by typing yoursite.com/wp-admin into your browser and entering your username and password.
2. Navigate to Settings. On the left-hand menu, click on ‘Settings’ and then select ‘Reading’.
3. Set Site Visibility. Scroll down to the ‘Site Visibility’ section. Here, you will find options on who can and cannot view your site.
4. Choose a Privacy Option. Select ‘Discourage search engines from indexing this site’. This option ensures only authorized users can access your site.
5. Save Changes. Click the ‘Save Changes’ button at the bottom of the page to apply your new privacy settings.
After completing these steps, your WordPress site will be private, accessible only to you and users you specifically authorize.
