Yes. I’ve been lurking for most of this week. These forums have been very useful and most of my issues and questions I’ve been able to find answered in existing topics. However, I have a question about private/hidden forums. Is it possible to create a private category that is visible from the mai…

I did it using subcategories. Main category is visible to all, but subs are limited.

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I like both of your responses. Can i mark both as the solution? :slight_smile:

Unfortunately, no. You can give them your endorsement though! :grin:

@osioke ’s solution is more elegant. Mine is easier (easier means no additional setups :rofl:)

I ended up taking this approach. Thanks!

Private category, visible but hidden topics/threads

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osioke (Osioke Itseuwa) March 10, 2022, 6:30pm 3

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