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Make it private

When the app should not be open to anyone with the link, switch to a Private app, choose a login method, and (usually) restrict which Notion rows each user can see.

Steps

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  1. Open Users in the builder rail.
  2. Set the app to Private (see Private apps).
  3. Create or link a Users database and add at least one test user.
  4. Choose a login method that is available today (email OTP is always available; Email & password, Google, Auth0, and Okta are entitlement-gated).
  5. Configure Data Restriction / personalization so users only see their rows.
  6. Publish again, then open the app while signed out — you should hit login.

Auth overview

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See the full matrix: Auth and access

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What’s next after your first private app

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  • Add a Form (Add Item) or Form (Update One Item)
  • Try Board layouts
  • Explore Automation if you need approvals or routing