> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://fabric.so/llms.txt
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# Password protection

> Keep sensitive content secure when you share it.

<Tip>
  **Please note:**

  Password protected content is only available on paid plans. [Click here to upgrade](https://fabric.so/pricing).
</Tip>

## How to password protect content

To activate password protection on any content that you are the owner of:

* Inside the content, click the ⋮ (3 dots) button, and choose "Add password protection".
* Enter your desired password (and save into a password manager app).
* Confirm.
* You're all set! Anyone will now need to enter the password to view the content.

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## Can I see the password after I've set it?

It is not possible to see the password after setting – we recommend saving it into a password manager.

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## Can I set different passwords for different folders?

Yes, you can set a unique password for anything.

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## Does the password work for all sharing methods?

Yes – compatible with all sharing methods.

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## What happens if I move a file out of a password-protected folder?

Moving the content out will mean it behaves like any normal file in Fabric – it is no longer password protected. *Moving the file out is only possible if the folder is currently unlocked.*

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## What happens if I move a file into a password-protected folder?

Moving the content in will mean it becomes password protected via the folder – it is no longer visible inside Fabric normally. *Moving the file into the folder is only possible if the folder is currently unlocked.*

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## Can I password-protect a folder that's already shared?

Yes.

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## What happens to subfolders inside a password-protected folder?

They will be password protected via the outer password-protected folder.

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## Does password protection affect search within my own workspace?

Yes, password-protected content is not discoverable via search whilst locked.

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## Do I need to enter the password every time?

If the content has re-locked, you will need to enter the password again.

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## Can I set a different password on different pieces of content?

Yes\*\*.\*\*

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## What happens if I forget the password?

There is currently no recovery mechanism for password-protected content! Write that password down in a password manager!

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## How do I change a password?

On an item or folder which has a password set on it, you can choose "Change password", where you will be prompted to enter the current password first, before setting a new one.

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## How do I remove password protection?

On an item or folder which has a password set on it, you can choose "Unset password protection", where you will be prompted to enter the current password first, before the password protection will be removed.

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## What happens to shared links if I change the password?

They remain shared, but others will need to enter the password to view the content.