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Creating a Lock Screen

Last updated: February 8, 2026

Lock screens let you protect individual links on your page with a password or confirmation screen. When a visitor clicks a protected link, they'll see a prompt before being able to access the content.

How to add a lock screen

  1. Create or edit a Link block on your profile.
  2. Look for the Protect option in the link settings.
  3. Choose a preset template or create a custom configuration:
    • Sensitive Content — Displays an age or content warning before the visitor can proceed.
    • Code — Requires the visitor to enter a password/code to access the link.

Configuring your lock screen

You can customize the following fields:

  • Title — The heading visitors see (e.g., "Enter Code" or "Age Verification").
  • Description — Optional text with additional context or instructions.
  • Password/Code — The code visitors need to enter to unlock the content (optional — if left blank, visitors just need to click the button).
  • Button Text — The call-to-action text (e.g., "Submit", "I'm 18+", "Enter").

How it works for visitors

When a visitor clicks a protected link:

  1. A modal overlay appears with your title, description, and input field (if password-protected).
  2. The visitor enters the code (if required) and clicks the button.
  3. If the code is correct (or no code is required), the link opens normally.
  4. If the code is incorrect, an error message prompts them to try again.

Once unlocked, the visitor can access the link for the remainder of their session without re-entering the code.

Use cases

  • Age-restricted content — Add a simple confirmation screen before sensitive material.
  • Exclusive content — Share a code with specific audiences (e.g., email subscribers, event attendees) to access premium links.
  • Private resources — Protect files, documents, or pages meant only for authorized viewers.

Reusing lock screens

Lock screen configurations can be reused across multiple links. When you create a lock screen, it's saved to your account and can be applied to other links without reconfiguring it each time.

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