Password Protected Categories 2.1.24

Overview

Password Protected Categories by Barn2 Media is a powerful WordPress plugin designed to help website owners easily create private, secure areas within their sites by protecting entire categories with passwords or user login credentials. This versatile tool is perfect for building private blogs, exclusive portfolios, invite-only events, and protected product pages without the hassle of complex membership management or individual user accounts. By enabling category-level protection, it streamlines content control, allowing you to safeguard sensitive or premium content efficiently. What sets Password Protected Categories apart is its seamless integration with custom post types, such as products, events, portfolios, and more, making it compatible with popular plugins like Easy Digital Downloads and The Events Calendar. Its user-friendly interface allows site owners to add multiple passwords to a single category or automatically unlock content for specific user roles—offering flexibility for varying levels of access. Additionally, protected categories and their posts are automatically hidden from search engines, ensuring your private content stays confidential and out of public view.

Key Features

• Category-Level Password Protection: Secure entire WordPress categories, including sub-categories and all associated posts, with one or more passwords for quick and effective content protection.
• User & Role-Based Access: Automatically unlock protected categories for specific logged-in users or user roles, simplifying access management for memberships or team collaboration.
• Supports Custom Post Types: Protect portfolios, products, events, and more by securing categories linked to custom post types, making it compatible with popular ecommerce and events plugins.
• Centralized Login Page: Visitors can log in from a single location, with automatic redirection to the correct protected category based on the password entered—enhancing user experience.
• Hidden from Search Engines: Password protected categories and their posts are automatically set to no-index, preventing them from appearing in search results and keeping your private areas discreet.
• Easy Installation & Setup: Designed for fast and simple integration with any WordPress site, reducing the need for complex membership systems while maintaining robust security.
• Flexible Password Management: Add multiple passwords per category for different access levels or groups, giving you fine-tuned control over who sees your content.
• Compatibility Tested: Thoroughly tested with numerous themes and plugins, including Product Add-Ons, Quick View, and Dynamic Pricing, ensuring reliable performance on diverse websites.
• Expert Support & Regular Updates: Get professional assistance, timely updates, and security improvements to keep your protected content safe and your site running smoothly.