Password protection prevents unauthorized access to your site's content. Here's everything you need to know about implementing global site passwords.

Key Points:

• All visitors use the same password to access content
• Passwords are case-sensitive
• Sessions expire after a few hours
• Visitor analytics only count after password entry
• Not compatible with e-commerce checkout

Important Security Notes:

• Never use your Squarespace account password
• Password entries display as dots (••••)
• No manual logout option available
• Search engines cannot access password-protected sites

Setting a Password:

1. Computer:

• Open Site Availability panel
• Select "Password Protected"
• Enter desired password
• Save changes

2. Mobile App:

• Tap More > Settings
• Select Site Availability
• Choose Password Protected
• Enter password
• Save changes

Testing Your Password:

• Open site in private browser
• Enter password at lock screen
• Press Enter or click arrow to access

Modifying Password Settings:

• Change: Enter new password in Site Availability
• Remove: Select Public or Private option
• Public: Accessible to all (paid sites only)
• Private: Limited to owner and collaborators

Troubleshooting Tips:

• Check homepage for individual page passwords
• Disable password managers when changing settings
• Enter passwords manually to avoid formatting issues
• Allow time for search results to update after enabling protection

Remember: Password protection prevents e-commerce functionality and removes your site from search engine results.

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