You can delete a Wix website through your account settings, but the process differs depending on whether you own the domain or are using a free Wix domain

Deleting a Wix website is straightforward if you know where to look. The deletion option lives in your account settings, not in the editor itself. Once you delete the site, Wix removes all pages, content, and data within 30 days. If you own a custom domain (like yourname.com), you keep ownership of that domain — it simply stops pointing to Wix. If you're using a free Wix domain, that domain becomes available for others to register after deletion.

The steps take about five minutes. You'll need to be logged into your Wix account as the site owner, and you should download any content you want to keep before you start, since deletion is permanent.

Key Takeaways

  • Log into your Wix account, go to Site Settings, scroll to the bottom, and click Delete Site to remove your website permanently.
  • Wix gives you 30 days to change your mind — you can restore the site during this window by contacting Wix support.
  • Custom domains you own stay yours after deletion; free Wix domains become available for anyone to register.
  • Download any files, images, or content you want to keep before deleting, because Wix does not provide a backup after the site is gone.
  • If you have an active Wix subscription or domain renewal coming up, cancelling the site does not automatically cancel your billing — you may need to cancel your plan separately.

Step-by-step deletion process

Start by logging into your Wix account at wix.com. Click on the site you want to delete from your site list. Once you're in the dashboard, look for the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top left corner and select Settings.

In Settings, scroll all the way to the bottom of the page. You'll see a section labeled Delete Site with a red button. Click that button. Wix will ask you to confirm by typing your site name or email address — this is a safety step to prevent accidental deletion. After you confirm, the site enters a 30-day grace period where it's hidden from the public but can still be restored.

If you change your mind during those 30 days, contact Wix support through the Help Center and request a restoration. After 30 days, the deletion is permanent and cannot be undone.

What happens to your domain after deletion

If you registered a custom domain through Wix (like yourname.com), you own that domain outright. Deleting your website does not delete the domain. The domain will continue to renew on your billing cycle unless you cancel the domain renewal separately in your Wix account. If you want to keep the domain but move it elsewhere, you can transfer it to another registrar using your domain transfer key.

If you're using a free Wix domain (like yourname.wixsite.com), that domain is deleted along with your site and becomes available for anyone else to register. You cannot recover a free Wix domain after deletion.

Backing up your content before deletion

Wix does not provide an automatic backup or export tool for your entire site. If you want to preserve any content, you need to save it manually before you delete. For text and images, you can take screenshots or copy text directly from your pages. For files you've uploaded, download them from your Media Library by clicking Media in the left sidebar, selecting the files you want, and clicking Download.

If your site contains a database or customer information (from a contact form, store orders, or member list), export that data through the relevant app in your Wix dashboard. For example, if you use Wix Stores, go to Orders and look for an export option. The exact steps vary by feature, so check the Wix Help Center for your specific app if you're unsure.

Cancelling your Wix subscription and billing

Deleting your website does not automatically cancel your Wix subscription or domain renewal. If you're on a paid plan, you'll continue to be charged until you cancel. To stop billing, go to Settings, select Billing & Plans, and look for the option to cancel your plan. Wix usually offers a refund if you cancel within 14 days of purchase.

If you own a custom domain, check the renewal date in your Domains section. You can turn off auto-renewal or let it expire if you don't plan to use it. If you want to keep the domain but don't want to pay Wix's renewal fee, transfer it to a cheaper registrar before the renewal date.

Restoring a deleted site within 30 days

If you delete your site by mistake, you have 30 days to restore it. Contact Wix support through the Help Center and explain that you want to restore a deleted site. Provide your account email and the name of the site. Support can restore the site to its state before deletion, including all pages, content, and settings.

After 30 days, restoration is not possible. Wix permanently removes all data from their servers, and there is no way to recover it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I delete just one page instead of the whole site?

Yes. In the Wix editor, click on the page you want to remove in the left sidebar, click the three dots next to the page name, and select Delete Page. This removes only that page, not your entire site. You can also hide a page without deleting it by clicking the eye icon next to the page name.

What if I have an active subscription or pending charges?

Deleting your site does not cancel your subscription. You'll still be charged on your renewal date unless you cancel your plan in Billing & Plans first. If you've been charged after deletion, contact Wix support to request a refund within 14 days of the charge.

Can I download my entire site as a file?

Wix does not offer a one-click export of your entire site. You can download individual files from your Media Library, but pages and design elements must be saved manually. If you need a complete backup, take screenshots of each page or use a third-party web scraper before deletion.

Will my site disappear immediately after I click delete?

Your site becomes inaccessible to the public right away, but it enters a 30-day grace period where Wix keeps your data. During this time, you can restore it. After 30 days, Wix permanently removes all files and the site cannot be recovered.

What if I want to move my site to a different platform?

Before deleting, download all your content and export any databases or customer data. If you own a custom domain, transfer it to your new platform's registrar using your domain transfer key from Wix. Then delete the Wix site. This way you keep your domain and can redirect it to your new site without losing your web address.