Password protection provides simple access control using a single shared password. All authorized users use the same password to access your documentation. Use password protection when you need basic security for your docs.

Prerequisites

  • You are on a Pro or Enterprise plan
  • You can securely distribute passwords to authorized users

Implementation

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1

Create a password.

  1. In your dashboard, go to Protected pages.
  2. Select Password.
  3. Enter a secure password.
  4. Select Save changes.
2

Test access.

Open your documentation in an incognito window to verify the password prompt appears and your password works.
3

Distribute access.

Securely share the password and documentation URL with authorized users.

Security considerations

  • Rotate passwords regularly.
  • Use a strong, unique password.
  • Distribute passwords through secure channels like password managers or encrypted communication.
  • Change the password immediately if someone loses access privileges.
  • Change the password immediately if you need to revoke access.