Request to restrict access to one Shopify collection (in Craft theme) via a password prompt from top navigation, ideally without third‑party apps.
Key options suggested:
Use an app: Recommended as the simplest path. Examples given were Locksmith and B2B Login Lock Hide Price BSS, which can gate specific collections and offer flexible access controls. App developers can provide support.
Custom theme work: Possible to implement without apps by editing the theme, but this falls outside Shopify’s Design Policy support scope. Hiring a developer via Shopify Partners is advised if going this route.
Additional advice:
Evaluate app subscription plans and features to match needs and budget.
If budget allows, hiring a developer is a viable alternative.
Outcome/status:
No direct built‑in setting or step‑by‑step solution provided. Thread points to either using an app or custom development. Discussion remains open with no confirmed resolution.
Summarized with AI on December 12.
AI used: gpt-5.
Hello!
I’ve been trying to look for advice regarding password-protecting a certain collection (just one) and I had no luck finding solutions. I have the collection on my top navigation and I would like to have it where only our private group members that have the password could access the collection. I’ve seen websites where a password prompt appears whenever you try to access that tab/link on top navigation and I’d like to do this as well, preferably without the use of 3rd party apps. I use the default Shopify theme Craft, and I’d appreciate any help I could get.
It’s definitely an easier solution to use a third-party app, like Locksmith or B2B Login Lock Hide Price BSS, to hide a specific collection page as these apps can provide additional functions - such as the various ways to grant access to customers. Also, if you need to get help with third-party apps, then the app developers are always available to assist you. Simply reach out to the them using the contact information found at the bottom of their app pages.
That being said, if you prefer not using a third-party app, then it may be possible to accomplish this by customizing your theme. While this does fall outside the scope of the Shopify Design Policy, you can also consider hiring a developer to assist you with this task. Should you need help finding a developer for your store, then we’d recommend taking a look at our directory of certified developers on Shopify Partners.
If you have any other questions on this topic, then don’t hesitate to let us know.
Hey, you can try apps, of which there are many in the store.
A few things I would say are to first try to find the best subscription plan with a good number of features offered. If you have a good budget, then try to hire a dev; that works also. Hope this helps.