XF 1.2 How do i take my forum offline while i work on it?

[scarlettpimpernell]

I have just installed Xenforo on my server but i want to be able to work on the forum and get it set up without it being viewable at my domain address in the meantime.

I have it installed on my server and when you type in my domain address it takes you to the Xenforo basic forum. I would rather it went to a landing or blank page.

As i am sure you can tell i am quite new to working with forum software and servers.

Thanks

 

[Paul B]

Use .htaccess and set up a password.
This guide will help: http://xenforo.com/community/resour...and-the-install-directory-using-htaccess.353/

Or, use localhost and then upload it to your server.
This guide will help: http://xenforo.com/community/resources/how-to-install-xenforo-locally-to-your-pc-using-xampp.355/

 

[scarlettpimpernell]

Brilliant, thanks for your help.

 

[scarlettpimpernell]

So would it be correct to use .htaccess to add a password or static ip for index.php to block access to my forum?

 

[Paul B]

If you don't want anyone to access it, yes.

 

[scarlettpimpernell]

Great that is what i thought. Thanks again.