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Can You Password Protect a Category on WooCommerce?

Last updated on October 1, 2022 @ 3:05 pm

There are a few methods that can be used to password protect a category on WooCommerce. One is to use a plugin like Password Protected Categories for WooCommerce.

This plugin allows you to set a password for each category, and then customers need to enter the password in order to view products in that category.

Another method is to set up a membership system using a plugin like MemberPress. This will allow you to password protect your entire WooCommerce store, or specific categories, and give members access with a username and password. You can also set up different membership levels, so that some members have access to more categories than others.

PRO TIP: There is no definitive answer to this question as it depends on the individual setup and requirements of each website. However, as a general warning, it is important to remember that password protecting a category on WooCommerce may have unforeseen consequences and could potentially lock out legitimate users from accessing parts of your website.

If you don’t want to use a plugin, you can also password protect categories by modifying your theme’s code. This is a more advanced method, and should only be attempted if you’re comfortable with code. You’ll need to add a few lines of code to your theme’s functions.php file, and then create a password form for customers to enter the password.

Can You Password Protect a Category on WooCommerce?

Yes, you can password protect a category on WooCommerce using a plugin or by modifying your theme’s code. Password protecting categories can help you keep certain products private, or only accessible to members.

Dale Leydon

Dale Leydon

Sysadmin turned Javascript developer. Owner of 20+ apps graveyard, and a couple of successful ones.