Page passwords provide controlled access to specific pages on your website, requiring visitors to enter a password before viewing the content.

Password Protection Basics:

• Prevents unauthorized access to specific pages
• Shows a lock icon next to protected pages in the Pages panel
• Uses a single password for all visitors
• Password must be under 30 characters and is case-sensitive
• Don't use your Squarespace account password for security

Setting a Page Password:

1. Open Pages panel
2. Select target page
3. Click gear icon for page settings
4. Enter password in Password field
5. Click Save

Important Notes:

• Password protection expires after 4 hours
• Protected pages won't be indexed by search engines
• Collection pages (blogs, events, portfolio) protect all items within
• Cannot set individual passwords for collection items
• Not available for member sites
• Viewer-permission users still need the password

Testing:

• Use private browser window to test visitor experience
• Enter password on lock screen
• Press enter or click arrow to access

Changing or Removing Password:

1. Open Pages panel
2. Select password-protected page
3. Click settings icon
4. Modify or delete password in Password field
5. Save changes

Troubleshooting Tips:

• Disable password managers before editing
• Enter passwords manually to avoid formatting issues
• Check for site-wide passwords if access issues persist
• Enter password before page views count in analytics

This feature effectively controls content access while maintaining site security and user management.

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