The Coming Soon and Maintenance Mode plugin enables WordPress users to set up a temporary landing page or a maintenance screen while working on their site. This tool helps site administrators manage visitor access during website construction, updates, or downtime. Pro Version Demo: Coming Soon Maint
PricingFree downloadThe WordPress.org download is free. Pro versions, add-ons or external services may cost extra.
CompatibilityRequires WordPress 5.0 and PHP 5.6.
SourceWordPress plugins · Nov 13, 2026
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The Coming Soon and Maintenance Mode plugin enables WordPress users to set up a temporary landing page or a maintenance screen while working on their site. This tool helps site administrators manage visitor access during website construction, updates, or downtime.
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Video Tutorial – Free Version
Detailed configuration options are available to customize the look and feel of your coming soon page without writing code. The plugin is designed to be responsive, ensuring that your temporary page looks functional on various devices, including desktops, tablets, and mobile phones.
Search engine optimization is a key consideration for this plugin. It allows search engines to crawl your coming soon page, which can help maintain your site’s presence even when the main content is not yet visible.
Key Features
Coming Soon Mode: Activate a coming soon page with an HTTP 200 status code to announce your upcoming launch while building your new site.
Maintenance Mode: Display a temporary maintenance screen with an HTTP 503 status code to safeguard search engine rankings during site updates.
Selective Page & Post Targeting: Apply coming soon or maintenance mode site-wide, or restrict it to specific Pages, Posts, or Front Page.
5 Free Responsive Templates: Includes 5 professionally crafted, mobile-optimized templates (Templates 1, 4, 8, 11, and 15) with live preview switchers (Desktop, Tablet, Mobile).
React 18 Admin Dashboard: Modern, lightning-fast Single Page Application (SPA) powered by React 18, Vite, Material UI (MUI v5), and WordPress REST API.
Dark Mode & Light Mode: Seamlessly switch between dark and light themes in the admin studio.
Universal Real-Time Countdown Timer: Client-side accurate launch timer with automated timezone calculation and fallback mechanisms.
Branding & Content Control: Upload a custom logo (graphic with height slider and link, or stylized text logo), custom headline, and rich description supporting WordPress shortcodes, HTML, and auto-embeds.
Background Styles: Choose from default template graphics, custom background images via Media Library, or a clean solid color canvas.
Social Media Links: Connect your Facebook, Twitter / X, and Instagram accounts to build your audience before launch.
Settings Backup & Migration: Export your settings as a JSON file, import backups from other sites (including legacy v1.2.0 files), or one-click Factory Reset.
Automated Database Migration: Effortlessly upgrades existing v1.2.0 (comisoma_ ) settings to v1.3.0 (csmm_ ) without configuration loss.
Zero Remote CDN Dependencies: 100% locally bundled assets for superior privacy, GDPR compliance, and fast loading.
What You Get in the Free Version
1-Click Mode Activation: Switch between Live, Coming Soon, and Maintenance Mode in seconds.
Selective Targeting: Choose whether the mode applies to the entire website or selected pages/posts.
5 Designer Free Templates: Fully responsive, modern templates ready to use without writing code.
Interactive Multi-Device Previews: Test how your page looks on Desktop, Tablet, and Mobile directly inside the admin modal.
Mobile-First Responsive Polish: Carefully optimized mobile layouts for clean centering, balanced spacing, and legibility.
Logo & Headline Customization: Add your brand logo, adjust sizes, and configure custom typography.
Real-Time Launch Countdown: Countdown to your launch date with client-side accurate timezone handling.
Social Profiles: Display icons and links for Facebook, Twitter / X, and Instagram.
JSON Import & Export: Easily migrate or backup your plugin settings across websites.
One-Click Factory Reset: Safely restore plugin settings to default values at any time.
Upgrade to Pro for More Power
The Pro version includes everything in the free version, plus:
36+ Premium Designer Templates: Access the complete library of 36+ niche-specific templates (Agency, SaaS, Portfolio, Restaurant, Real Estate, E-Commerce, etc.).
Website Auto Launch: Automatically switch your website live when the countdown timer hits zero.
Email Lead Capture & Newsletter Integrations: Collect visitor leads and auto-sync directly to Mailchimp (v3), Brevo (v3), MailerLite, or custom Webhooks.
Automated Email Notifications: Send instant Welcome Emails, Admin New Lead Alerts, and Site Launch Announcements via authenticated custom SMTP.
Lead Manager & CSV Export: View, search, filter, and export captured subscriber leads to CSV directly from the dashboard.
Video Backgrounds: Add stunning fullscreen background videos from YouTube, Vimeo, or self-hosted MP4 files.
Advanced Backgrounds: Linear/radial gradients, 7 geometric background patterns, and live backdrop blur filter.
12+ Social Media Channels: Add YouTube, LinkedIn, Pinterest, TikTok, Discord, Telegram, WhatsApp, and more.
Custom CSS Code Studio: Write custom CSS with live injection for pixel-perfect design control.
Priority Support & Lifetime Updates: Get dedicated expert support and regular feature updates.
Video Tutorial – Pro Version
Use the Coming Soon mode when you are building a new website and want to collect leads or inform visitors before the official launch. The Maintenance Mode is suitable for existing websites that need to be taken offline temporarily for updates or troubleshooting.
Third-Party Libraries
This plugin utilizes several third-party libraries and bundled assets to provide its features. In accordance with WordPress.org guidelines, the source code and licenses for these libraries are documented below:
Font Awesome Free (v6.2.1): https://github.com/FortAwesome/Font-Awesome License: CC BY 4.0 (Icons), SIL OFL 1.1 (Fonts), MIT (Code) – https://fontawesome.com/license/free
Particles.js (v2.0.0): https://github.com/VincentGarreau/particles.js License: MIT – https://github.com/VincentGarreau/particles.js/blob/master/LICENSE.md
Slick Carousel (v1.6.0): https://github.com/kenwheeler/slick License: MIT – https://github.com/kenwheeler/slick/blob/master/LICENSE
The Final Countdown for jQuery (v2.2.0): https://github.com/hilios/jQuery.countdown License: MIT – https://github.com/hilios/jQuery.countdown/blob/master/LICENSE.md
HTML5 Placeholder jQuery Plugin (v2.1.2): https://github.com/mathiasbynens/jquery-placeholder License: MIT – https://github.com/mathiasbynens/jquery-placeholder/blob/master/LICENSE.txt
Modernizr (v3.3.1 Custom Build): https://github.com/Modernizr/Modernizr License: MIT – https://modernizr.com/license/
Pace.js (v1.0.0): https://github.com/CodeByZach/pace License: MIT – https://github.com/CodeByZach/pace/blob/master/LICENSE
Lity (v1.6.6): https://github.com/jsorgalla/lity License: MIT – https://github.com/jsorgalla/lity/blob/master/LICENSE
Normalize.css (v5.0.0): https://github.com/necolas/normalize.css License: MIT – https://github.com/necolas/normalize.css/blob/master/LICENSE.md
React & React DOM (v18.2.0): https://github.com/facebook/react License: MIT – https://github.com/facebook/react/blob/main/LICENSE
Material-UI (MUI) (v5.15.6): https://github.com/mui/material-ui License: MIT – https://github.com/mui/material-ui/blob/master/LICENSE
Bundled Web Fonts
Acari Sans : https://github.com/cssobral2013/acari-sans License: SIL OFL 1.1 – http://scripts.sil.org/OFL
Domine : https://fonts.google.com/specimen/Domine License: SIL OFL 1.1 – http://scripts.sil.org/OFL
Metropolis : https://github.com/chrismsimpson/Metropolis License: SIL OFL 1.1 – http://scripts.sil.org/OFL
Monoton : https://fonts.google.com/specimen/Monoton License: SIL OFL 1.1 – http://scripts.sil.org/OFL
Montserrat : https://fonts.google.com/specimen/Montserrat License: SIL OFL 1.1 – http://scripts.sil.org/OFL
Open Sans : https://fonts.google.com/specimen/Open+Sans License: Apache 2.0 / SIL OFL 1.1 – http://scripts.sil.org/OFL
01Upload the plugin files to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory, or install the plugin through the WordPress plugins screen.
02Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress.
03Use the plugin settings panel to configure your Coming Soon or Maintenance Mode page.
04For detailed visual instructions, refer to the Plugin Documentation .
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Frequently asked questions.
How do I activate the Coming Soon or Maintenance Mode?
After installing the plugin, go to your WordPress dashboard and navigate to the plugin settings. You’ll find an option to enable either Coming Soon or Maintenance Mode. Simply select your preferred mode and save the settings.
Will logged-in users see the coming soon page?
No, by default, logged-in administrators and users with appropriate permissions can view the live site while visitors see the coming soon page. This allows you to work on your site while it’s in maintenance mode.
Can I customize the coming soon page design?
Yes, the plugin offers extensive customization options. You can change backgrounds, colors, fonts, add your logo, customize text, and choose from multiple responsive templates to match your brand.
How do I schedule my site to go live automatically?
The auto-launch feature is available in the Pro version. In the Pro version settings, you can set a specific date and time for your site to automatically switch from coming soon mode to live mode without manual intervention.
Does this plugin affect SEO?
Yes! The plugin uses intelligent HTTP status codes to protect your Google rankings: – Coming Soon Mode returns a 200 OK status, telling Google that your new website is actively being built and should start being indexed. – Maintenance Mode returns a strict 503 Service Unavailable status. This acts as a “Do Not Disturb” sign for search engines, telling them your site is just down for quick repairs and they should come back later without dropping your search rankings!
Can I collect email addresses from visitors?
Yes, But only in Pro version many templates include built-in email subscription forms. You can collect visitor emails to build your audience before your official launch.
Will the plugin work with my theme?
Yes, the plugin works independently of your WordPress theme. It displays a standalone coming soon page that doesn’t rely on your theme’s design.
Can I preview the coming soon page before activating it?
Yes, you can preview your coming soon page while logged in as an administrator before making it live to visitors.
How do I add social media links?
The plugin includes social media options in the settings panel. You can add links to your Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other social profiles in Pro.
Is the plugin compatible with caching plugins?
Yes, the plugin is designed to work with popular caching plugins. However, you may need to clear your cache after activating or deactivating the coming soon mode.
Can I use custom CSS?
Yes, the Pro version includes a custom CSS option that allows you to add your own styles for complete design control.
What’s the difference between Coming Soon and Maintenance Mode?
Coming Soon mode is typically used for new websites that haven’t launched yet, while Maintenance Mode is used for existing sites that are temporarily offline for updates or repairs.
Can I use it on commercial websites?
Yes, this plugin is released under the GPL license, allowing usage on any website, including commercial projects.
How do I switch back to a live site?
Go to the plugin settings and change the status to “Live” or “Disabled” to deactivate the coming soon or maintenance page and make your site publicly accessible.
Does it work with multisite installations?
Yes, the plugin is compatible with WordPress multisite installations and can be activated on individual sites within your network.
Can I add a countdown timer?
Yes, the plugin includes countdown timer functionality. You can set a launch date and the timer will automatically count down to that moment.
What happens if I deactivate the plugin?
If you deactivate the plugin, your site will immediately become publicly accessible again. All your settings will be saved if you decide to reactivate it later.
Is the plugin translation ready?
Yes, the plugin is translation ready and supports multiple languages, making it easy to create coming soon pages in your preferred language.
How do I get support?
For support questions, please visit the WordPress.org support forum for this plugin. Pro version users receive priority support through our dedicated support channels.
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