Is there a way to create a unique password each time a user signs up for a CMS page with videos in Webflow?

Published on
September 22, 2023

Yes, there is a way to create a unique password each time a user signs up for a CMS page with videos in Webflow. You can achieve this by utilizing a combination of Webflow's CMS features, form submissions, and custom code. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to accomplish this:

  1. Configure CMS Collections:
  • Create a collection in the Webflow CMS for your password-protected pages.
  • Add necessary fields, such as "Page Title," "Video URL," and "Password."
  • Populate the CMS collection with the relevant content, including unique passwords for each page.
  1. Create a Signup Form:
  • Add a form element to your password-protected page where users can input their desired password.
  • Include additional form fields if needed (e.g., name, email, etc.).
  1. Add Custom Code:
  • Go to the Project Settings in Webflow.
  • Navigate to the "Custom Code" tab.
  • Insert the following code inside the "Footer Code" section:
<script>  function handleSubmit(event) {    event.preventDefault();    // Fetch the entered password from the form    const password = document.querySelector('#password').value;    // Fetch the unique password for the current CMS page    const cmsPassword = "{{cmsField 'password'}}";    // Compare entered password and CMS password    if (password === cmsPassword) {      // Redirect user to the video URL      window.location.href = "{{cmsField 'videoUrl'}}";    } else {      // Show an error message or display a different page      window.location.href = "/error";    }  }  const form = document.querySelector('form');  form.addEventListener('submit', handleSubmit);</script>
  1. Connect Form to CMS Collection:
  • In the Webflow Designer, select the form element and open the "Form Settings" panel.
  • Set up the form submission settings to send the user's input to the CMS collection.
  1. Style and Publish:
  • Customize the design of your form and password-protected pages using Webflow's design tools.
  • Preview and test the functionality of the signup form.
  • When satisfied, publish your website for the changes to take effect.

With these steps, you can create a unique password each time a user signs up for your CMS page with videos in Webflow. This approach ensures that only users with the correct password will be able to access the video content, providing a secure and personalized experience.

Additional Questions:

  1. How can I password-protect specific pages on my Webflow website?
  2. Is it possible to create a membership system using Webflow's CMS?
  3. Can I customize the form validation and error messages in Webflow for better user experience?