How to create an Access Control rule

1. Navigate to Access Rules

1. Open the Hide Price & Access Control app in your Shopify admin.
2. Go to Access Rules.

Here, you’ll see a list of existing rules with their status (Active/Inactive), applied items, and actions (edit, copy, delete).

1. Click the + Add Rule button in the top-right corner to create a new rule.

2. General setup

1. Rule name: Enter a descriptive name (e.g., Wholesale Only, VIP Products).

2. Description: Optionally add notes for internal reference.

3. Access Mode:
   • Block selected groups (Blacklist): Prevent specific groups (e.g., guests) from viewing content.
   • (Whitelist option will be available soon.)
4. Status: Toggle ON to activate this rule after setup.

3. Define what to protect

1. All Products: Check this box to apply restrictions to all products in your store. You can also uncheck the box and choose specific products/collections to be protected.

2. Pages: Search and select specific pages to protect.

3. Custom URLs: Enter relative URLs (starting with /) or full URLs, one per line.

4. Protection settings

In the Protection From section, choose who will be restricted:

• Block guest visitors (not logged in) – Recommended for B2B/wholesale.
• Block specific segments – Restrict based on customer tags or segments.
• Block specific email addresses – Restrict individual emails.

5. Redirect & message settings

1. Redirect destination: Choose where blocked visitors are sent:
   • Login page
   • 404 Not Found
   • Registration page
   • Homepage
   • Custom URL (enter a full link or relative path)

2. Auto redirect timer: Set how many seconds before visitors are redirected. (e.g., 5 seconds)

3. Message customization:
   • Title: Enter a headline (e.g., Access Restricted).
   • Description: Explain why content is blocked (e.g., You need to log in to view this page).
   • Button text & style: Customize the call-to-action (e.g., Login Now).

👉 A live Quick Preview is shown on the right side, so you can see exactly how the restriction message will look to blocked visitors.

6. Save & manage rules

1. Click Save to create the rule.
2. Go back to Manage Access Rules to view all rules.
   • Here you can Edit, Duplicate, or Delete any rule.
   • The Status toggle allows quick activation/deactivation.