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# How to create a Protected Post

A Protected Post is a post that is associated with a single or many memberships, requiring users to view it and access the content after the purchase of the required memberships. Follow these steps:

1. **Click on your profile picture** in the top right corner of the page.
2. Go to "**My Board**."
3. Just under your banner, locate "**Type Something**" and click on it to open the Creating Post interface.
4. Add your Post Title.
5. Include a description for your post.
6. Add a cover image to make your post visually appealing.
7. Once you've filled in the details, click "**Next**."
8. **Select the type of utility** you want to share with your community:
   * Photo
   * External Video
   * Secret Code
   * Calendly Link
   * File
   * URL
9. Click "**Next**."
10. In the membership tab, **select the membership or memberships that your supporter must have to view your content**. You can choose a single membership, create a group, or provide an alternative membership option.
11. Click "**Publish Content.**"

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