> ## Knowledge Base Index
> Fetch the complete knowledge base index at: https://staging.chrisp.chat/sitemap.xml
> Use this file to discover available pages before exploring further.
> Pure-Markdown content can be obtained by appending a '.md' suffix to the content URLs listed in the sitemap (without the trailing slash).

# How can I protect my Knowledge Base using a password?

**This article will help you to protect your Knowledge Base with a custom password.**

To protect your Helpdesk and content behind a password, you'll have to enable the option in the Crisp Dashboard:

| Settings > Knowledge Base Settings > Custom my Knowledge Base > Restrict Access to Knowledge Base

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/3/3/4/3/334338a5769da800/073be4b1-13c7-42d3-b03e-88cdb2_swgdk5.png)

You may want to see what your user will see on your Knowledge Base

![Password protected Helpdesk](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/4/d/e/e/4dee87734a5f4800/ef07d285-fef9-446a-9fb4-0942be_1t5sh3y.png)