How to Password Protect a Single Page on Your Squarespace Website
Need to make certain content on your website exclusive to specific people? Password-protecting a single page on Squarespace is a simple and effective way to keep certain content private without needing individual logins for every visitor. In this guide, I’ll walk you through how to add a password to a specific page on your site so only those with the code can access it.
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Why Use Password Protection for a Single Page?
Password protection is great if:
You have exclusive content for members or clients and want to keep it accessible but private.
You’re sharing sensitive information, like resources or internal documents, that shouldn’t be publicly visible.
You need a quick, no-hassle solution for a restricted page without setting up individual accounts for every visitor.
Step-by-Step Guide to Password Protecting a Page on Squarespace
Step 1: Go to the Pages Section
First, log into your Squarespace dashboard and navigate to the Pages section. Choose the page you want to protect (in this example, let’s say it’s the “About” page).
Step 2: Access Page Settings
In the Pages section, click on the Settings (gear) icon next to the page you want to password protect. This will open the settings panel for that specific page.
Step 3: Enable Password Protection
In the settings panel:
Go to the General tab, and scroll down until you see the Password section.
Enter a password of your choice in the provided field. (Quick tip: For security, choose a password that’s unique but easy for your authorized visitors to remember.)
Step 4: Save Your Changes
After setting your password, make sure to hit Save to apply the changes. Your page is now password protected! When visitors try to access this page, they’ll be prompted to enter the password you created.
Step 5: Test the Password Protection
To make sure everything works smoothly:
Open a new browser tab and visit the page you’ve just protected.
You should see a password prompt. Type in the password you set, and the page should unlock, allowing you (or any authorized visitor) to view its content.
Tips for Using Password Protection
Use a Unique Password: Avoid simple passwords like “password” or “1234” (I used “password” in this example, but don’t do this for actual protection!).
Share the Password Securely: Only share the password with people who need access and consider changing it periodically if security is a concern.
Combine with a Link in an Email or Private Message: Instead of listing the password on your site, provide it through email or a direct message for extra privacy.
When to Consider Password Protecting a Page
Password protection is ideal for member-exclusive content, client galleries, or internal resources that don’t need broader visibility. It’s perfect for businesses and creators who need a straightforward way to manage access without diving into complex user account setups.
Wrapping Up
And that’s it! Password protecting a single page in Squarespace is as easy as a few clicks. If you’re looking for a quick way to manage who sees certain content on your site, this method is efficient and user-friendly.
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I'm Bryan, a Squarespace web designer and founder of Abound Web Design. I have worked with all types of businesses and organizations from preschools to publishing companies to chiropractic clinics and everything in between. If you want to discuss a potential project, you can email me at bryan@aboundwebdesign or get in touch with me here. Alternatively, you can book in a free 15-minute consultation call here.
