Enable maintenance mode with one click. Logged-in users can view the site; others see a custom message or are redirected.

Surf7 Simple Maintenance Mode

Surf7 Simple Maintenance Mode is a straightforward plugin that allows you to put your WordPress website into maintenance mode with just one click. When maintenance mode is enabled:
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<li>Only logged-in users (any role) can access the frontend.</li>
<li>Non-logged-in users will either see a predefined message or be redirected to a specific URL.</li>
</ul>
Features:
<ul>
<li>Easy Activation: Enable or disable maintenance mode from the WordPress dashboard.</li>
<li>Custom Maintenance Message: Set a personalized message to display to visitors.</li>
<li>Redirect Option: Redirect visitors to another URL if desired.</li>
<li>Access Control: Only logged-in users can view the site when maintenance mode is active.</li>
</ul>
Use Cases:
<ul>
<li>Performing website updates or maintenance tasks.</li>
<li>Launching a new website or making significant changes.</li>
<li>Temporarily restricting access to the public.</li>
</ul>
The plugin does not connect to any external service and stores nothing beyond a single WordPress option.

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