# Password
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The password page is a landing page that adds password protection to merchants' online stores in case they are not yet ready to go live.
Steps
1. In the theme editor (**Customize**), open the template selector.
2. Select **Password.**
3. On the left sidebar, select **Password.**
4. Make necessary changes **> Save.**
## How to edit the Password page
You can adjust the Password section through the following settings, included:
* Layout
* Mobile layout
* Appearance
* Padding

You're highly recommended to use the sections designed specifically for the password page, such as:
* Logo
* Heading
* Text
* Newsletter

### How to add your online store password
Enable the password to restrict access to your online store. Only customers with a password can access it.
**Steps:**
1. From your Shopify admin, go to **Online Store** > [**Preferences**](https://admin.shopify.com/online_store/preferences).
2. In the **Store access** section, select **Password protection**.
3. In the **Password** field, enter the password that you want to add to your online store and restrict access with.
4. Click **Save**.

You can also design the page using other sections and blocks to make it more visually appealing.
Theme sections
Theme blocks