If you log into your Hostinger account and see a website listed only on the Domains page, not on the Websites page, you’re looking at a domain that has no active hosting plan connected to it. You cannot delete a website from the Domains page because the Domains page manages domain registrations, not website files. To remove that entry, you need to either cancel the domain registration or, if the domain is attached to a hosting plan, unpark it from the Websites page.
This article walks through every scenario so you can clean up your account correctly.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Short answer | A website shown only on the Domains page is a domain without a hosting plan. Delete it by canceling the domain registration or by removing the domain from its hosting plan in the Websites page. |
| Applies to | Hostinger accounts with at least one domain registered but no active hosting plan for that domain, or a domain that is parked/pointed to a hosting plan but not set up as a separate website. |
| Best for | Users who see a "website" entry under Domains → Manage and want to remove it, or who want to delete a domain they no longer use. |
| Watch out for | Deleting the domain also removes any email accounts, DNS records, or subdomains linked to it. You cannot recover a deleted domain after the grace period (usually 30–40 days). |
What the Domains page actually shows
The Domains page in your Hostinger hPanel lists every domain you have registered through Hostinger, plus any domains you have connected from another registrar. Each domain has a row with options like Manage, DNS, Email, and Nameservers.
When you click Manage on a domain, you see a set of sections: Overview, DNS Zone, Email Forwarding, and sometimes Website. The Website section may show a message like "This domain is not connected to any website" or "This domain is parked on a hosting plan." That is the "website" you are referring to. It is not a real website with files and a database.
It is a placeholder or a domain that is pointed to a hosting plan but has no content.
The confusion happens because Hostinger's interface groups domains and websites differently. A website in Hostinger's terminology is a hosting plan object that contains files, databases, and a domain binding. The Websites page (under Hosting) lists those hosting plans.
If a domain is not attached to a hosting plan, it will not appear on the Websites page at all.
So if you see a "website" only on the Domains page, it means:
- The domain is registered with Hostinger.
- No hosting plan is assigned to it, OR the domain is parked on a hosting plan but not set up as a separate website entry.
In either case, you cannot delete the "website" from the Domains page because the Domains page does not have a delete website button. The correct action depends on whether you want to keep the domain but remove the placeholder, or remove the domain entirely.
How to delete a website that appears only on the Domains page: step by step
Step 1: Check if the domain is attached to a hosting plan
Before you do anything, verify whether the domain is currently connected to any hosting plan in your account.
- Log into your Hostinger account.
- Go to the Websites page (click Hosting in the left sidebar, then Websites).
- Look at the list of hosting plans. Each plan shows the primary domain and any parked domains or addon domains.
- If you see the domain you are concerned about listed under a hosting plan's domains, then it is attached. If you do not see it anywhere on the Websites page, then the domain is standalone.
Note: If the domain is attached to a hosting plan, you will see it as the primary domain, a parked domain, or an addon domain. The "website" entry on the Domains page is likely just a pointer to that hosting plan.
Step 2: If the domain is standalone (no hosting plan)
If the domain is not attached to any hosting plan, the "website" you see on the Domains page is simply a domain registration record. To delete it, you must cancel the domain registration.
How to cancel a domain registration in Hostinger:
- Go to Domains in the left sidebar.
- Find the domain you want to delete.
- Click the Manage button next to it.
- Scroll down to the Danger Zone section (or look for Cancel Domain or Delete Domain).
- Click Cancel Domain.
- Confirm the cancellation. You may be asked to verify your identity via email.
Important: Hostinger does not allow immediate deletion of a domain. Instead, they cancel the domain registration, which will expire at the end of the current billing period. You will not receive a refund if you cancel before the period ends.
After cancellation, the domain enters a grace period (about 30, 40 days) during which you can restore it. After that, it is released back to the public registry.
If you only want to remove the placeholder "website" entry but keep the domain for future use, you cannot do that from the Domains page. The placeholder is just a default view. You can ignore it.
The domain will not interfere with anything.
Step 3: If the domain is attached to a hosting plan
If the domain is listed under a hosting plan on the Websites page, the "website" you see on the Domains page is actually the hosting plan’s website. To delete that website, you need to go to the Websites page and delete the hosting plan or remove the domain from that plan.
Option A: Delete the entire hosting plan (website)
If you want to remove the website entirely and you no longer need the hosting plan, follow these steps:
- Go to Websites (Hosting).
- Find the hosting plan that contains the domain.
- Click the Manage button for that plan.
- Go to the Settings tab.
- Scroll down to Danger Zone.
- Click Delete Website.
- Confirm the deletion. This will remove all files, databases, emails, and the domain binding. The domain itself will remain registered in your account (if you registered it through Hostinger), but it will be detached from the hosting plan.
After deletion, the domain will appear on the Domains page as a standalone domain again. The "website" entry on the Domains page will change to show "No website connected" or similar.
Option B: Remove the domain from the hosting plan (unpark or delete addon domain)
If you want to keep the hosting plan but remove just that specific domain from it:
- Go to Websites (Hosting).
- Click Manage on the hosting plan.
- Go to the Domains section (may be under Settings or Domains).
- Find the domain you want to remove.
- If it is a parked domain, click Unpark.
- If it is an addon domain, click Remove or Delete.
- Confirm.
This will detach the domain from the hosting plan. The domain will remain registered, and you will see it on the Domains page as a standalone domain. The "website" entry on the Domains page will no longer show a link to a hosting plan.
Note: If the domain is the primary domain for the hosting plan, you cannot unpark or remove it. You must first assign a different primary domain to the hosting plan, or delete the entire hosting plan.
Step 4: If the domain is parked but you want to remove the placeholder
Sometimes a domain is parked on a hosting plan (meaning it shows a default "coming soon" page) but you do not want any website content. The Domains page may show a "website" entry that is just that parking page. To remove the placeholder, you can either:
- Unpark the domain (see Option B above). Then the domain will show no website.
- Or, if you want to keep the parking but hide the entry, you cannot. The Domains page will always show the domain as long as it is registered.
Common mix-ups and things people get wrong
Mix-up: "I see a website on the Domains page, so I can delete it there."
Reality: The Domains page does not have a delete website button. It only manages domain registration. To delete a website, you must go to the Websites page.
Mix-up: "Deleting the domain from the Domains page will remove the website."
Reality: Deleting the domain registration will indeed remove the domain from the Domains page, and it will also remove any website associated with that domain if the website is hosted on a Hostinger plan. However, if the website is part of a hosting plan, deleting the domain may break the website. You should first delete the website from the Websites page, then cancel the domain separately.
Mix-up: "I can just unpark the domain and the website will disappear."
Reality: Unparking removes the domain from the hosting plan, but the domain registration remains. The Domains page will still show the domain, but with no website attached. The "website" entry on the Domains page will change to "No website connected." That is the correct outcome for most users who want to get rid of the website but keep the domain.
What this means for you
If you are trying to clean up your Hostinger account and remove a website that only appears on the Domains page, your first step is to identify whether that domain is attached to a hosting plan. Most users who ask this question have a domain that is parked or pointed to a hosting plan but not actually used. The simplest fix is to unpark the domain from the hosting plan, which removes the website association without losing the domain registration.
If you want to delete the domain entirely, you can cancel the registration. But be aware that you will lose any email accounts, DNS records, and subdomains tied to that domain. You also cannot get a refund for the remaining time after cancellation.
For users who want to keep the domain but not have any website, just unpark it. The domain will remain in your account as a registered domain with no website. You can later point it to a different hosting service or use it for email only.
If you are still unsure whether you need the domain, it is safer to unpark it rather than delete it. You can always delete the domain later if you change your mind. Hostinger's support team can also help you identify what is attached to a domain if you are confused.
Before you make any changes, consider backing up any files or emails associated with that domain. Once you delete the website or domain, data is not recoverable after a short grace period.
If you are ready to move forward, the steps above cover all scenarios. For a more detailed walkthrough of canceling your subscription or managing billing, see our guide on cancelling your Hostinger account.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I delete a website directly from the Domains page in Hostinger?
No. The Domains page only manages domain registration. You must go to the Websites page to delete a website.
The Domains page shows a "website" entry only as a reference to the hosting plan the domain is attached to.
What happens if I cancel a domain registration in Hostinger?
The domain will stop working after the current billing period ends. You lose access to any email accounts, DNS records, and subdomains tied to that domain. There is a grace period of about 30, 40 days during which you can restore the domain.
Why does my domain show a "website" on the Domains page but not on the Websites page?
This happens when the domain is parked or pointed to a hosting plan that is listed under a different domain. Check the Websites page for any hosting plan that has this domain as a parked or addon domain. If you see no hosting plan at all, the domain is standalone and the "website" entry is just a placeholder.
Can I keep the domain but remove the website placeholder?
Yes. Unpark the domain from the hosting plan. The domain will remain registered, and the Domains page will show "No website connected." You can later point it to a different service or use it for email.
How do I find out which hosting plan a domain is attached to?
Go to the Websites page and look at each hosting plan's domains. Alternatively, click Manage on the domain in the Domains page, then look under Website or DNS to see if it points to a Hostinger hosting IP.
Will deleting the website affect my domain registration?
No. Deleting a website from the Websites page only removes the hosting plan files, database, and domain binding. The domain registration remains active in your account.
You can later attach it to a different hosting plan or keep it as a standalone domain.
Can I get a refund if I cancel a domain registration?
Hostinger does not offer refunds for domain registrations after the initial grace period (usually 24, 48 hours). If you cancel later, you lose the remaining time without a refund. Check the Domain Registration Agreement for details.
What is the difference between a parked domain and an addon domain?
A parked domain shows the same website as the primary domain. An addon domain has its own separate website with its own files and database. Both appear on the Domains page as a "website" entry, but they are managed differently in the hosting plan.
How do I contact Hostinger support for help with deleting a website?
You can reach Hostinger's support via live chat or email from your hPanel. They can verify which domains are attached to which plans and guide you through the deletion process. Their response time is usually within a few minutes for chat.
Is there a way to hide the domain from the Domains page without deleting it?
No. The Domains page always shows all domains you have registered. You can only remove the domain by canceling the registration.
If you do not want to see it, you can ignore it.
Ready to clean up your Hostinger account?
If you have followed the steps above and still need help, the Hostinger documentation is the best place to confirm the latest interface details. Their official tutorials cover domain management and website deletion.
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