Maintenance Mode

What it is

Maintenance mode displays a holding page to visitors while you perform updates, database changes, or other maintenance. The admin area typically remains accessible so you can complete work and disable maintenance mode.

How it works

When maintenance mode is enabled (via a setting), the router or bootstrap checks this before serving normal pages. Public and client-area requests are redirected to a maintenance page. Admin users may still access the admin area depending on implementation.

How to set up

1. Go to Admin → Settings → Maintenance (/admin/settings/maintenance).
2. Enable maintenance mode.
3. Optionally set a custom message (e.g. "We'll be back in 30 minutes").
4. Perform your updates.
5. Disable maintenance mode when done.

Tip: Use maintenance mode before running database migrations or major upgrades.