How to set up application passwords in WordPress

Time to read:

1–2 minutes

Setting Up Application Passwords Per User Profile

Each user can generate their own application passwords from their WordPress profile. Here’s how:

  1. Log in to WordPress with the desired user account.
  2. Go to the Profile Page:
    • Navigate to Users > Profile (or Your Profile under the admin bar).
  3. Locate the Application Passwords Section:
    • Scroll down until you find the Application Passwords section.
  4. Generate a New Application Password:
    • Enter a descriptive name for the password (e.g., “Zapier Integration” or “Mobile App Access”).
    • Click Add New Application Password.
    • WordPress will generate a 24-character password.
  5. Copy and Store the Password Securely:
    • You won’t be able to see it again after closing the page.
    • Use a password manager to store it securely.

Using in PootlePhotos


Comments

One response to “How to set up application passwords in WordPress”

  1. […] Pootlepress – How to Set Up Application Passwords in WordPress (pootlepress.com)https://www.pootlepress.com/2025/02/how-to-set-up-application-passwords-in-wordpress/ […]

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *