{"id":6201,"date":"2020-03-11T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-03-11T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/?p=6201"},"modified":"2025-11-21T06:10:39","modified_gmt":"2025-11-21T11:10:39","slug":"how-to-create-a-coming-soon-page-in-wordpress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/how-to-create-a-coming-soon-page-in-wordpress\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Add a Coming Soon Page to WordPress (Step by Step)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Adding a coming soon page to WordPress is the easiest way to let visitors know your site is launching soon. A coming soon page is a simple placeholder that helps you build buzz, collect emails, and make your site look professional while it\u2019s still under construction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this guide, I\u2019ll show you step by step how to create a custom coming soon page in WordPress using SeedProd. You\u2019ll learn how to add your page, make it your own with headlines, forms, and countdowns, and publish it so visitors see it across your site. I\u2019ll also show you how to turn it off once your site is live.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Quick Answer:<\/strong> The easiest way to add a coming soon page in WordPress is with a plugin like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SeedProd<\/a>. Here\u2019s how:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Activate the <strong>Coming Soon Mode<\/strong> to put the page live across your site.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Install and activate the SeedProd plugin.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose a professional coming soon page template.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Customize the design with your headlines, forms, and colors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"aioseo-toc-header\">\n\t\t\t\t<header class=\"aioseo-toc-header-area\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"aioseo-toc-header-title aioseo-toc-header-collapsible-closed aioseo-toc-collapsed\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"aioseo-toc-header-collapsible\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 14\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n\t\t  <path d=\"M6 8H0V6H6V0H8V6H14V8H8V14H6V8Z\" fill=\"#005AE0\"\/>\n\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\tShow Table of Contents\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"aioseo-toc-header-title aioseo-toc-header-collapsible-open \">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"aioseo-toc-header-collapsible\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"14\" height=\"2\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 2\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n\t\t  <path d=\"M0 2V0H14V2H0Z\" fill=\"#005AE0\"\/>\n\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\tHide Table of Contents\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/header>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"aioseo-toc-contents \">\n\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#aioseo-how-to-create-a-wordpress-coming-soon-page\">How to Create a Coming Soon Page in WordPress<\/a><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#Install-and-Activate-the-SeedProd-Plugin\">Step 1. Install SeedProd<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#aioseo-step-2-set-up-your-coming-soon-page-template\">Step 2. Choose a Coming Soon Page Template in WordPress<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#Change-Your-Coming-Soon-Page-Content\">Step 3. Customize Your WordPress Coming Soon Page<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#Configure-Your-Page-Settings\">Step 4. Configure Page Settings for Your Coming Soon Page<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#Step-6.-Publish-Your-Coming-Soon-Page-in-WordPress\">Step 5. Publish and Put a Coming Soon Page on WordPress<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-why-add-a-coming-soon-page-to-wordpress\">Why Add a Coming Soon Page to WordPress?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A coming soon page helps you grow your audience before your full site is live. Instead of showing a blank screen or an error, you can put up a professional placeholder that works for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019ve seen the benefits firsthand. For example, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/case-study-mustard-seed-ecommerce\/\" title=\"\">the WordPress agency Mustard Seed eCommerce Inc<\/a> used <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"SeedProd - Best Drag &amp; Drop WordPress Website Builder\">SeedProd<\/a> to launch custom coming soon pages for client sites in less than 30 minutes. By replacing basic \u201cunder construction\u201d pages, they gave clients a polished look and a way to capture leads immediately, even before the main site was ready.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Collect email subscribers:<\/strong> Add a form so visitors can join your list before launch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Build excitement:<\/strong> Use headlines, images, and a countdown timer to create buzz.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Look professional:<\/strong> A custom coming soon page in WordPress makes your brand feel ready from day one.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Control access:<\/strong> Keep your site private while giving clients, team members, or testers a bypass link.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Test your message:<\/strong> Try different offers and headlines to see what resonates with your audience before launch.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>When you create a coming soon page in WordPress with a tool like SeedProd, you can set everything up in minutes and start building momentum for your launch right away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-how-to-create-a-wordpress-coming-soon-page\">How to Create a Coming Soon Page in WordPress<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The fastest way to add a coming soon page to WordPress is with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SeedProd<\/a> (a drag-and-drop WordPress plugin for creating landing pages and custom site themes). It\u2019s the plugin I use for all my landing pages because it lets you create a custom coming soon page in just a few clicks, without coding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"662\" height=\"364\" src=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/seedprod-website-builder.png\" alt=\"SeedProd drag-and-drop WordPress page builder\" class=\"wp-image-28963\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/seedprod-website-builder.png 662w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/seedprod-website-builder-400x220.png 400w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/seedprod-website-builder-50x27.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 662px) 100vw, 662px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>With SeedProd, you can make your WordPress coming soon page look professional and conversion-ready. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/best-wordpress-page-builder\/\" title=\"7 Easiest and Best WordPress Page Builders (2025)\">drag-and-drop editor<\/a> makes it easy to add headlines, signup forms, countdown timers, and social proof that actually drive sign-ups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"662\" height=\"389\" src=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/seedprod-coming-soon-page-example.jpg\" alt=\"Example of a WordPress coming soon page built with SeedProd\" class=\"wp-image-9888\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/seedprod-coming-soon-page-example.jpg 662w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/seedprod-coming-soon-page-example-400x235.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/seedprod-coming-soon-page-example-50x29.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 662px) 100vw, 662px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You don\u2019t need to start from scratch. SeedProd includes over 320+ templates, and you can pick one that fits your brand and then customize it with 90+ content blocks. That means you can put a coming soon page on WordPress that feels unique to your site in minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u270f\ufe0f Note:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/coming-soon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SeedProd also has a free version<\/a>. You can make a simple coming soon page with it, but in this tutorial I\u2019m using the Pro version for more templates and advanced features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to see it in action, here\u2019s a quick video tutorial on how to create a coming soon page in WordPress with SeedProd:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"embed-responsive  embed-responsive-16by9\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"embed-responsive-item\"   title=\"How to Create a Coming Soon Page in WordPress (The Easy Way)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zWg6R8fedjU?feature=oembed&enablejsapi=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For the full step-by-step walkthrough, keep reading below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Install-and-Activate-the-SeedProd-Plugin\">Step 1. Install SeedProd<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The first step is to add SeedProd to your WordPress website. This is the foundation for building a coming soon page that actually gets results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Download the SeedProd plugin file from your account.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upload it in your WordPress dashboard under <strong>Plugins \u00bb Add New<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Activate the plugin and enter your license key to unlock the Pro features.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Once it\u2019s active, you\u2019re ready to start building your coming soon page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/pricing\/\" style=\"background-color:#17a349\">Get Started with SeedProd Today<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need help with this step, you can see our guide on <a class=\"heroickb_exit_link\" href=\"?hkb-redirect&#038;nonce=3186cd945e&#038;check=1vcn4&#038;redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.seedprod.com%2Fdocs%2Finstalling-and-activating-the-coming-soon-pro-plugin%2F&#038;otype=unknown&#038;oid=0&#038;source=block-content\" title=\"Installing and Activating the Pro Plugin\">installing the SeedProd plugin<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-step-2-set-up-your-coming-soon-page-template\">Step 2. Choose a Coming Soon Page Template in WordPress<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After activating SeedProd, navigate to <strong>SeedProd \u00bb Landing Pages<\/strong> from your WordPress dashboard. Here, you&#8217;ll first see the different page modes you can activate on your website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"662\" height=\"286\" src=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/landing-page-modes.png\" alt=\"SeedProd landing page modes\" class=\"wp-image-12198\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/landing-page-modes.png 662w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/landing-page-modes-400x173.png 400w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/landing-page-modes-50x22.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 662px) 100vw, 662px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>These page modes allow you to set up a coming soon page, build a maintenance mode page, create a login page, and make a 404 page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/how-to-create-landing-page-without-website\/\" title=\"How to Create a Landing Page Without a Website Step-by-Step\">create standalone landing pages<\/a> in the area below the page mode sections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To make your coming soon page, click the <strong>Set up a Coming Soon Page<\/strong> button. We recommend the &#8216;Coming Soon&#8217; mode over &#8216;Maintenance Mode&#8217; because it sends the correct SEO signal (200 status code), allowing Google to index your site while it\u2019s being built.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"662\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/set-up-a-coming-soon-page.png\" alt=\"Set up a coming soon page for free\" class=\"wp-image-9750\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/set-up-a-coming-soon-page.png 662w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/set-up-a-coming-soon-page-400x242.png 400w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/set-up-a-coming-soon-page-50x30.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 662px) 100vw, 662px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll then be asked to choose a coming soon page template. Pick one that includes space for the essential elements we discussed earlier: a strong headline, simple sign-up form, countdown timer, and social proof.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"662\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/coming-soon-page-templates.png\" alt=\"SeedProd coming soon page templates library\" class=\"wp-image-15778\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/coming-soon-page-templates.png 662w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/coming-soon-page-templates-400x261.png 400w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/coming-soon-page-templates-50x33.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 662px) 100vw, 662px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The templates cover various designs and industries and are fully customizable. You can pick any design and make it your own without writing HTML or CSS code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To choose your template, hover your mouse over its thumbnail and click the tick icon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"662\" height=\"343\" src=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/woocommerce-coming-soon-template.jpg\" alt=\"coming soon page template\" class=\"wp-image-15779\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/woocommerce-coming-soon-template.jpg 662w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/woocommerce-coming-soon-template-400x207.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/woocommerce-coming-soon-template-50x26.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 662px) 100vw, 662px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Change-Your-Coming-Soon-Page-Content\">Step 3. Customize Your WordPress Coming Soon Page<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>On the next screen is SeedProd&#8217;s visual editor, where you can add all the elements we know get results. You&#8217;ll see your page preview on the right, and all your customization options on the left.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"662\" height=\"414\" src=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/pre-launch-page-template.jpg\" alt=\"SeedProd coming soon page builder layout\" class=\"wp-image-37686\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/pre-launch-page-template.jpg 662w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/pre-launch-page-template-400x250.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/pre-launch-page-template-50x31.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 662px) 100vw, 662px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The page blocks are divided between Standard blocks and Advanced blocks. With the Standard landing page blocks, you can add the basics like headlines and bullet points.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, click the Headline to change the text to something that reflects your brand and what you\u2019re launching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"662\" height=\"384\" src=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/pre-launch-page-headline.jpg\" alt=\"Customizing WordPress coming soon page headline in SeedProd\" class=\"wp-image-37687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/pre-launch-page-headline.jpg 662w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/pre-launch-page-headline-400x232.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/pre-launch-page-headline-50x29.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 662px) 100vw, 662px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>But the real power comes from the Advanced blocks &#8211; these are what turn visitors into subscribers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Advanced blocks let you add:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/landing-page-with-countdown-timer\/\" title=\"How to Create a Landing Page with Countdown Timer (5 Steps)\">countdown timer<\/a> to create urgency<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email forms that actually get sign-ups<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Social proof elements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/how-to-create-a-contact-form-in-wordpress\/\" title=\"How to Add a Contact Form in WordPress (Beginners Guide)\">Contact forms<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And more<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s start with one of the most important elements &#8211; the countdown timer. This shows visitors exactly when you&#8217;re launching and creates urgency to sign up now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your template doesn&#8217;t already have one, find the \u2018Countdown\u2019 block in the left sidebar and drag and drop it onto your page preview.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"662\" height=\"388\" src=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/countdown-timer-coming-soon-page.jpg\" alt=\"Adding the countdown timer block to coming soon page in SeedProd\" class=\"wp-image-38768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/countdown-timer-coming-soon-page.jpg 662w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/countdown-timer-coming-soon-page-400x234.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/countdown-timer-coming-soon-page-50x29.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 662px) 100vw, 662px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, select the Countdown block in your layout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the left-hand sidebar, set your exact launch date and time. Remember, having a real date works better than &#8220;coming soon&#8221; &#8211; it shows visitors you&#8217;re serious about launching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"662\" height=\"441\" src=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/prealunch-countdown-timer.jpg\" alt=\"Editing the countdown timer block in SeedProd\" class=\"wp-image-37688\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/prealunch-countdown-timer.jpg 662w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/prealunch-countdown-timer-400x266.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/prealunch-countdown-timer-50x33.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 662px) 100vw, 662px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The countdown block will show the day, hours, minutes, and seconds until your website goes live. This allows you to build excitement around your site\u2019s official launch date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now go ahead and add more blocks to your WordPress coming soon page, following the same process as above. You can also read these guides if you need help building your page:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/create-a-landing-page-with-form\/\" title=\"How to Create a Landing Page with Form in WordPress\">How to Build a Landing Page with a Form<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/custom-wordpress-social-media-icons\/\" title=\"How to Add Custom WordPress Social Media Icons to Your Website (2 Ways)\">How to Add Custom Social Media Icons to WordPress<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/text-animations-wordpress\/\" title=\"How to Create Text Animations in WordPress (Easy Steps)\">How to Create Text Animations in WordPress<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/animated-number-counters\/\" title=\"How to Add a Number Count Animations in WordPress (2 Ways)\">How to Add a Number Count Animations in WordPress<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/how-to-customize-the-wordpress-login-page\/\" title=\"How to Customize Your WordPress Login Page (5 Quick Ways)\">How to Add a Login Form to WordPress<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Configure-Your-Page-Settings\">Step 4. Configure Page Settings for Your Coming Soon Page<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once your page looks good, let&#8217;s set up the features that will help it perform better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Click the Page Settings tab at the top of your screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"662\" height=\"449\" src=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/landing-page-settings.png\" alt=\"custom coming soon page settings\" class=\"wp-image-10093\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/landing-page-settings.png 662w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/landing-page-settings-400x271.png 400w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/landing-page-settings-50x34.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 662px) 100vw, 662px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s where you can set up:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Analytics to track your results<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SEO settings to get found<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email integration to capture leads<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access controls for testing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The Access Control features are particularly useful for getting feedback before going public. You can share a private link with friends or clients to test your page&#8217;s effectiveness. For example, in an agency workflow, you can use the secret bypass URL to get client approval before the page goes public.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether it&#8217;s based on user roles, specific IP addresses, or a secret link you share with VIPs, you have the power to grant early access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"662\" height=\"354\" src=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/maintenance-mode-access-controls.jpg\" alt=\"Coming soon page bypass URL\" class=\"wp-image-9952\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/maintenance-mode-access-controls.jpg 662w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/maintenance-mode-access-controls-400x214.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/maintenance-mode-access-controls-50x27.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 662px) 100vw, 662px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>All you need to do is create a secret password. Then, you can copy the bypass URL and give it to anyone you wish to grant access to. You can also click an option to hide the landing page from logged-in users, such as website admins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to show coming soon mode only on certain parts of your site?  Just add the URLs where you want to show the coming soon page in the Include\/Exclude URLs section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"662\" height=\"444\" src=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/include-urls.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10041\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/include-urls.png 662w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/include-urls-400x268.png 400w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/include-urls-50x34.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 662px) 100vw, 662px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The other page settings allow you to connect with top WordPress plugins for SEO and Analytics. You can easily integrate with tools like <a href=\"https:\/\/aioseo.com\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"All in One SEO - WordPress SEO Plugin and Toolkit\">All in One SEO (AIOSEO)<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.monsterinsights.com\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"MonsterInsights - WordPress Analytics Plugin\">MonsterInsights<\/a> to track performance and optimize your coming soon page for search engines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instructions, please see our <a class=\"heroickb_exit_link\" href=\"?hkb-redirect&#038;nonce=3186cd945e&#038;check=5pm89&#038;redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.seedprod.com%2Fdocs%2Fpage-settings%2F&#038;otype=unknown&#038;oid=0&#038;source=block-content\">page settings guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Step-6.-Publish-Your-Coming-Soon-Page-in-WordPress\">Step 5. Publish and Put a Coming Soon Page on WordPress<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you&#8217;ve configured all your settings in the SeedProd page editor, click the <strong>Save <\/strong>button to make your coming soon page live.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"662\" height=\"246\" src=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/publish-pre-launch-page.jpg\" alt=\"Saving your WordPress coming soon page\" class=\"wp-image-37693\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/publish-pre-launch-page.jpg 662w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/publish-pre-launch-page-400x149.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/publish-pre-launch-page-50x19.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 662px) 100vw, 662px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When you&#8217;ve published your coming soon page, you&#8217;ll need to enable coming soon mode, so your visitors will see that page across your website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To do this, click the \u201cX\u201d icon in the top-left corner to close the page editor and head back to the SeedProd dashboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can then activate your coming soon page by going to the Coming Soon Mode section and turning the toggle from Inactive to <strong>Active<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"662\" height=\"374\" src=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/activate-coming-soon-mode.png\" alt=\"activate your coming soon page mode in wordpress\" class=\"wp-image-9985\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/activate-coming-soon-mode.png 662w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/activate-coming-soon-mode-400x226.png 400w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/activate-coming-soon-mode-50x28.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 662px) 100vw, 662px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Important Note:<\/strong> If you are logged into WordPress, you will still see your normal website. To view the coming soon page as a regular visitor, you must log out or use an Incognito browser window.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"662\" height=\"532\" src=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/pre-launch-landing-page-example.jpg\" alt=\"example of a WordPress coming soon page that works\" class=\"wp-image-37694\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/pre-launch-landing-page-example.jpg 662w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/pre-launch-landing-page-example-400x321.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/pre-launch-landing-page-example-50x40.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 662px) 100vw, 662px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-how-to-turn-off-your-coming-soon-page\">How to Remove a Coming Soon Page in WordPress Once You\u2019re Live<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you&#8217;re ready to publish your WordPress website, you&#8217;ll need to turn off the coming soon page. That will allow website visitors to see your entire site instead of your coming soon landing page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To turn the page off, go to <strong>SeedProd \u00bb Pages<\/strong> and click the &#8216;Active&#8217; toggle under the Coming Soon Mode box to the &#8216;Inactive&#8217; position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"291\" src=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/turnoffcomingsoonmode.png\" alt=\"Turn off coming soon mode\" class=\"wp-image-20392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/turnoffcomingsoonmode.png 550w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/turnoffcomingsoonmode-400x212.png 400w, https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/turnoffcomingsoonmode-50x26.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s it! You\u2019ve now created and published a custom coming soon page in WordPress. Visitors will see your new page while you continue building your site in the background.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-examples-of-successful-coming-soon-pages\">WordPress Coming Soon Page Examples<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking at successful coming soon page examples can help you design a high-converting pre-launch experience. Each example below highlights different ways to build excitement, capture leads, and showcase your brand before your site goes live.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><thead><tr><th><strong>Example<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Key Features<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Main Takeaway<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>\n<strong>Fixers<\/strong><br>\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Coming-soon.-page-examples.jpg\" alt=\"WordPress coming soon page example with bold headline\">\n<\/td><td>\n<ul>\n<li>Bold headline with strong brand voice<\/li>\n<li>Vibrant visuals that grab attention<\/li>\n<li>Playful call to action encouraging sign-ups<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td><td>\nUse striking visuals and confident messaging to make your coming soon page memorable and action-focused.\n<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n<strong>Lab Petite<\/strong><br>\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Lab-Petite-coming-soon-page.png\" alt=\"Whimsical coming soon page example in WordPress\">\n<\/td><td>\n<ul>\n<li>Kid-friendly design and color palette<\/li>\n<li>Clear countdown timer to build anticipation<\/li>\n<li>Simple layout that emphasizes branding<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td><td>\nMatch your coming soon design to your audience. Keep it fun and visually aligned with your brand personality.\n<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n<strong>WiseJack<\/strong><br>\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/menscooking-800x560.jpeg\" alt=\"Food brand WordPress coming soon page example\">\n<\/td><td>\n<ul>\n<li>Strong food imagery and lifestyle focus<\/li>\n<li>Concise signup form for fast conversions<\/li>\n<li>Direct call to action with minimal distractions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td><td>\nKeep your offer simple and relevant. Use visuals that connect emotionally with your target audience.\n<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Each of these coming soon pages focuses on one goal\u2014getting visitors excited to subscribe before launch. Whether you use visuals, countdowns, or brand storytelling, the key is keeping your message clear and your design simple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more ideas, check out our roundup of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/coming-soon-pages-wordpress\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best coming soon page examples<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-best-practices-for-wordpress-coming-soon-pages\">Best Practices for a Custom Coming Soon Page in WordPress<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a quick checklist to make sure your coming soon page is set up for success:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Clear headline:<\/strong> Tell visitors exactly what\u2019s launching.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Offer value:<\/strong> Give them a reason to sign up (discount, early access, freebie).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Short form:<\/strong> Only ask for an email address.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Countdown timer:<\/strong> Add urgency with a real launch date.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Social proof:<\/strong> Show reviews, testimonials, or subscriber counts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mobile friendly:<\/strong> Make sure your design looks great on phones.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>All of these features are built into <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SeedProd<\/a>, so you can add them in minutes without touching code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-frequently-asked-questions\">FAQs About Coming Soon Pages in WordPress<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-what-is-a-wordpress-coming-soon-page-126\">What is a WordPress coming soon page?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A coming soon page is a temporary placeholder you put on WordPress before launch. It usually includes a headline, signup form, and sometimes a countdown timer to build anticipation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-whats-the-difference-between-a-coming-soon-page-and-maintenance-mode-128\">What\u2019s the difference between a coming soon page and maintenance mode?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A coming soon page is for websites that haven\u2019t launched yet. It lets you collect leads, show a teaser, and build buzz. Maintenance mode is for live sites that need temporary updates. It hides your site from visitors but usually doesn\u2019t allow signups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-can-i-make-a-free-coming-soon-page-in-wordpress-130\">Can I make a free coming soon page in WordPress?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. The free version of SeedProd lets you put a basic coming soon page on WordPress with an email signup form. For more templates and advanced features, you\u2019ll need the Pro version.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-next-market-your-new-website\">Next, Get Ready for a Successful Launch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Congratulations! You now know how to create a WordPress coming soon page that actually gets results. No coding needed &#8211; just proven elements that work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019re now ready to turn visitors into subscribers before your site even launches. Try SeedProd today \u2014 your next subscriber could be seconds away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/pricing\/\" style=\"background-color:#17a349\">Get Started with SeedProd Today<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to make your launch even more successful? Check out these guides:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/new-website-launch-marketing-plan\/\" title=\"How to Create a New Website Launch Marketing Plan\">How to Create a New Website Launch Marketing Plan<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/market-wordpress-website-before-launch\/\" title=\"How to Market Your Website Before Launch (Step by Step)\">How to Market Your Website Before Launch<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seedprod.com\/how-to-promote-a-blog\/\" title=\"How to Promote Your Blog in 2024 (Beginner\u2019s Guide)\">How to Promote Your Blog<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Thanks for reading! 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