Deleting a WordPress website and starting over might seem difficult, but with the right approach, it can be a simple task. This guide walks you through every step needed to completely remove an old WordPress site and then set up a new one. Whether you’re removing outdated content or creating a fresh project, following these steps will help you confidently clear the old site and launch a new one in no time. Let’s get started with a clear path to cleaning up your old site and building a new one from scratch.
How to Backup Your WordPress Website Before Deleting It
Before deleting your website, it’s a good idea to create a backup so that if at any point you decide to bring your website back online, you can do so easily. For this, we have a detailed step-by-step guide on our website for using the “All In One WP Migration” plugin. You can follow this guide to safely back up your website and make sure that you have a copy ready for future use.
Step-by-Step Guide to delete WordPress website and Start Over
Let’s begin our step-by-step guide. We’ll keep everything simple, so it’s easy to follow. Whether you’re doing this for the first time or you’ve done it before, this guide will take you through each step in a clear and easy way. Let’s get started and make everything simple for you!
Live View of Your Website Before Deleting in WordPress
Before starting to delete a WordPress website, it’s good to have a live view of the website. Here, “Voxfor Lifetime” shows an example with the highlighted URL. This step lets you double-check that you’re looking at the correct website before moving ahead with the deletion process.
Access Softaculous to Delete WordPress Website
To delete a WordPress website, go to your directAdmin and find the Softaculous Apps Installer under the Software section. Click on it to open a dropdown menu, then choose WordPress. This will let you start the removal process and clear out the site completely.
Delete Your WordPress Website from Current Installations
In directAdmin, scroll down to the Current Installations section. Find your website link listed here. To remove it, click on the remove icon next to the link. This step will completely delete your WordPress website from the server.
Final Step to Remove WordPress Installation
At the bottom of the Current Installations page, locate the Remove Installation button. Click on it to delete your WordPress website completely. This step removes all the related files and data, giving you a fresh start.
Confirm Deletion in the Dialogue Box
After clicking on Remove Installation, a dialogue box will appear warning that this action is permanent. To continue, click the OK button to confirm deletion of your WordPress website. This step finalizes the process and removes all the files of the website.
Website Successfully Removed Confirmation Message
After confirming deletion, you will see a success message showing, “The installation was removed successfully.” This indicates that your WordPress website has been completely deleted. You can now return to the WordPress management page or overview to continue.
Refresh Your Website for Changes
To see the final result, go to your website and click on the refresh icon in your browser. This step lets you check if the website has been successfully deleted or if any changes are visible. Refreshing helps to view the updated state of your website.
Page Not Found After Deletion
After clicking the refresh button, you should see a message saying, “This page doesn’t seem to exist.” This confirms that your WordPress website was successfully deleted and is no longer available online. This final step verifies that the removal process was completed correctly.
Start Fresh by Reinstalling WordPress
To create a new website, open your directAdmin and scroll down to the Software section. Click on the Softaculous Apps Installer and select WordPress from the dropdown menu. This step helps you start over by setting up a new WordPress website from scratch.
Install a Fresh WordPress Site
To install WordPress, simply click on the Install Now button. This starts the process of setting up a new WordPress site, allowing you to begin creating from scratch. This step is important for a fresh start with your new website.
Configure WordPress Installation Settings
Select your protocol based on whether you have an SSL certificate (choose https for secure connections). Choose your domain and add a directory name if needed. Pick the WordPress version from the dropdown list. Enter your site settings and provide the admin account details, including username and password. Keep this information secure to access your WordPress dashboard later.
Complete Your WordPress Installation
Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click the Install button to complete your WordPress website setup. This step finalizes the installation process, making your new site ready for use.
WordPress Installed Successfully
After installation, you’ll see a confirmation message saying, “Congratulations, the software was installed successfully.” Click on the provided link to view your new WordPress website. This message confirms that your site setup is complete and ready for you to explore.
Preview Your New WordPress Website
Your new WordPress website is now installed and ready for you to customize. Visit the provided URL to view the live preview of your site. From here, you can start making changes to fit your requirements and build the website you need.
Conclusion
In conclusion, removing a WordPress website and installing a new one is all about following the right steps. This guide has shown you how to completely delete your old site and start fresh with a new WordPress installation. By using the Softaculous Apps Installer in directAdmin, you can remove every trace of the old website and create a new one with just a few clicks. Now, you’re ready to build a site that fits your latest ideas and goals. Take the opportunity to start fresh and explore all the possibilities of your new WordPress site!
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