Security Module

Password Protection

Password Protection restricts your entire website to visitors who enter a shared password. Unlike WordPress login, this is a simple single password that gates all content. Perfect for development sites, client previews, or private content that should not be publicly indexed. Visitors see a password prompt before any content loads. Administrators can bypass the password when logged in.

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Key Features

Site-wide password protection
Per-page protection
Custom password
Bypass for logged-in users

Why Use This Module?

  • Gate entire site with single password
  • Development and staging protection
  • Client preview functionality
  • Simple shared password model
  • Admin bypass when logged in

Real-World Use Cases

Development Site Protection

Password-protect staging site from public view while allowing developers and clients to access with shared password.

Pre-Launch Privacy

Hide work-in-progress site from search engines and public while building, giving only select people the access password.

Temporary Maintenance

Restrict entire site to password holders during major updates or content changes without affecting logged-in admins.

How to Use

Enable protection and set a password in module settings. Visitors will need the password to access protected content.

Benefits & Impact

Time Savings

Automates manual tasks and streamlines your workflow

Performance Boost

Enhances site security and protection

Better UX

Provides a better user experience

Easy Maintenance

Simple setup with minimal ongoing maintenance

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this different from WordPress login?

Yes, this is a single shared password for the whole site, not individual user accounts.

Can search engines see the content?

No, bots see the password prompt. Content is not indexed while protected.

What about RSS feeds?

Feeds are also protected. Nothing is accessible without the password.

What Users Are Saying

"Client site under construction. Password keeps random visitors out."

— Development Site

"Share password with client to preview. No full WordPress login needed."

— Client Preview

"Family photo site. One password for family members, no public access."

— Private Content

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