Before visitors see your site, you can preview it, review your changes, and decide when they go live. The Website Editor keeps editing and publishing separate so you stay in control.
Previewing your site
Preview mode lets you see your site exactly as visitors will see it.
To enter preview mode, click Preview in the top bar.
Path: Website Options Bar > Preview
In preview mode:
Editing controls are hidden
You cannot click or edit content
The site behaves like a live website
This is the best way to review layout, spacing, and overall flow before publishing.
Desktop and mobile preview
While previewing, you can switch between desktop and mobile views.
Your site automatically adjusts to different screen sizes, but it’s still important to check both views to make sure the design and content look right on all devices.
Returning to the editor
You can switch back to the editor at any time.
Leaving preview mode brings back editing controls so you can continue making changes.
Publishing your changes
Changes in the Website Editor are not saved automatically.
When you are ready to make your updates live, click Publish Changes.
Path:Website Options Bar > Publish Changes
Publishing:
Saves all changes from your current editing session
Makes those changes visible to visitors
Updates the live version of your site
If you leave the editor without publishing, your changes will be lost.
Understanding site visibility
You can control whether your site is visible to visitors and search engines.
From the website settings, you can:
Publish or unpublish your site
Allow or block search engines from indexing your site
This is useful if you are still working on your site or want to make changes privately.
Domains and preview URLs
Your site can be viewed using:
A free Durable domain included with your subscription
A custom domain you connect yourself
The Durable domain is useful for previewing your site in a real browser while you work. Custom domains are typically used when you are ready to share your site publicly. Domain setup is covered in a separate article.
A quick checklist before publishing
Before clicking Publish Changes, it’s a good idea to:
Preview the site
Check desktop and mobile views
Confirm navigation links
Review important pages
Once published, visitors will see the latest version immediately.