Wix Blog Category Security
TL;DR:
- Wix doesn't support direct password protection for blog categories
- Create a members-only page with a filtered blog feed as a workaround
- Set up user registration to control who accesses specific content
- This method keeps sensitive blog content behind a login wall
- You can create multiple protected pages for different categories
Wix doesn't give you a straightforward way to password-protect individual blog categories. You can't just flip a switch and make certain sections private. But there's a solid workaround that gets you the same result.
The Members-Only Page Method
Here's how to create protected blog content that only certain people can see.
Set up user registration first. Make sure your Wix site allows people to create accounts and log in. Without this foundation, the rest won't work.
Create a new page for your protected content. Give it a clear name that tells members what they'll find there. Something like "Member Resources" or "Premium Content" works better than vague titles.
Add a blog feed to this new page. Go into the page settings and add a blog element. Here's where it gets useful – configure the feed to show only posts from the specific category you want to protect.
Restrict the page access. In your page settings, set it so only logged-in members can view the page. Anyone who isn't signed in will hit a login wall.
This approach means your sensitive blog content stays behind a members-only barrier. People can see that the category exists in your main blog feed, but they can't actually read the posts without logging in first.
Managing Multiple Protected Categories
You're not limited to protecting just one category. Create separate members-only pages for different protected sections. Each page gets its own filtered blog feed showing only relevant posts.
This works well if you have different membership tiers or want to segment your audience. Premium members might get access to advanced tutorials, while basic members only see general tips.
What Visitors Actually See
When someone who isn't logged in tries to access your protected page, they'll see a login prompt instead of your blog content. The category might still appear in your main blog navigation, but clicking through leads to the login wall.
This is actually helpful for conversion. People can see that premium content exists, but they need to sign up to access it.
FAQs
Can I password-protect a blog category directly in Wix?
No, Wix doesn't have built-in password protection for blog categories. The members-only page method is the most reliable workaround.
Will the protected blog posts still show up in my main blog feed?
Yes, unless you specifically exclude them. You might want to keep protected posts visible in the main feed as teasers, or hide them completely by adjusting your blog feed settings.
Can I protect different categories for different member groups?
Not directly through Wix's standard membership features. Everyone with member access can see all members-only pages. You'd need a third-party membership app for more granular control.
What happens to SEO for protected blog posts?
Posts behind a members-only wall won't be indexed by search engines. This might actually be what you want for exclusive content, but consider the trade-off if those posts could drive organic traffic.
Jargon Buster
Members-only page – A page that requires users to log in before they can view the content
Blog feed – The section of your website that displays your blog posts, usually in chronological order
Filtered blog feed – A blog feed that only shows posts from specific categories or tags
Login wall – The barrier that stops non-members from accessing protected content
Wrap-up
Protecting blog categories in Wix requires a bit of creativity, but the members-only page approach works well once you set it up. It gives you control over who sees your content while encouraging people to sign up for access.
The method isn't perfect – you lose some SEO benefits for protected posts, and you can't create different access levels without additional tools. But for most situations where you need basic content protection, it does the job.
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