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Where: Settings → Advanced → Software update (Maintenance window section)
Open this page: admin.<your-site>/settings/updates#kn-updates-window (replace <your-site> with your site address)
Before you start
- Only the owner can change it.
Steps
- Open Settings → Advanced → Software update.
- Find Maintenance window.
- Set From and To.
- Press Save. The page says "Maintenance window saved."
Good to know
- The window must be at least 1 hour long.
- A new window may show "New maintenance window on its way" until your site confirms it.
- Pick a quiet time for your readers.
Common problems
- "Make the window at least 1 hour long."
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Does my site go offline during the window?
No. Updates keep your site online. Expected downtime is shown on each update card and is often none.
What is the shortest window?
1 hour.