Yes, you can remove a connected site from your WP Ghost account at any time and use that slot for a different website. The site limit on your plan is a cap on simultaneous active installs, not on the total number of sites you can ever use WP Ghost on. Remove a site from your WP Ghost Dashboard, and the slot frees up immediately for the next installation. If you need unlimited sites, the Ghost ALL plan removes the cap entirely.
How Site Limits Actually Work
When you buy a plan with a limited number of websites, the number refers to active installs at the same time, not a lifetime quota. A Ghost 5 plan lets you run WP Ghost on up to 5 sites simultaneously. If one of those sites no longer needs the plugin (you stopped managing it, sold it, or simply don’t need security on it anymore), remove it from your account and the 5th slot becomes available for a new site right away. There is no penalty, no waiting period, and no limit on how many times you can swap sites in and out.
How to Remove a Connected Site
Step 1. Log In to the WP Ghost Dashboard
Open the WP Ghost Dashboard and sign in with the email address linked to your subscription.
Step 2. Open Connected Sites
Go to the Connected Sites section. You will see every website currently using a slot under your license. Each entry shows the site URL, connection status, and an edit option.
Step 3. Block or Disconnect the Site
Find the website you want to remove, click the edit icon, set Block Website to Yes, and click Submit. The slot frees up instantly and you can connect a new site immediately. Full walkthrough with screenshots is in Disconnect a Website from WP Ghost Dashboard.
What Happens to the Removed Site
Removing a site from your dashboard does not touch the site itself. WordPress keeps running normally, the admin keeps working, and the WP Ghost plugin stays installed. The only change is that the plugin loses access to premium features tied to your license, and the next time someone opens the WP Ghost settings on that site they will see a prompt to reconnect with an activation token. If you want the site to keep using WP Ghost’s free features, do nothing, the free version runs indefinitely after disconnection. If you want to completely remove the plugin, deactivate and delete it from the site’s WordPress Plugins page.
WP Ghost Plans at a Glance
| Plan | Simultaneous Sites | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Ghost 1 | 1 site | Personal blog or single business site |
| Ghost 5 | Up to 5 sites | Freelancers, small portfolios |
| Ghost ALL | Unlimited sites | Agencies and developers managing many sites |
For up-to-date pricing and plan details, see the WP Ghost pricing page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a limit on how many times I can swap sites?
No. You can remove and add sites as often as you need. The plan only limits how many sites are connected at once, not how many you have used over time.
Will removing a site delete its WP Ghost settings?
No. The site’s settings and configuration stay exactly as they were. This is deliberate, it prevents any sudden changes that could cause errors. The site just stops syncing with your WP Ghost account. If the new owner wants to reactivate premium features, they connect their own license.
Do I need to log in to the client’s WordPress to disconnect a site?
No. The WP Ghost Dashboard lets you disconnect any connected site remotely. This is especially useful for agencies, if a client stops working with you, remove their site from the dashboard without needing access to their WordPress admin.
What if I need more than 5 sites but less than unlimited?
Check the pricing page for current plan tiers. For most users managing a growing portfolio, the Ghost ALL plan is the simplest option, pay once and never worry about the site cap.
Can I see which sites are using my license right now?
Yes. The Connected Sites section in the WP Ghost Dashboard lists every site currently occupying a slot, so you can spot which site to remove if you need to free up capacity. You can also categorize sites with tags to keep a tidy view of your portfolio.
Does WP Ghost modify WordPress core files?
No. WP Ghost never touches, moves, or renames any file or folder on your server. All protection works through URL rewrite rules and WordPress filters. Removing a site from your license or deactivating the plugin restores every default path instantly, with no leftover changes.