How to Create a Content Lock with Sub2unlock (Step-by-Step Guide)

At some point, most creators realize that giving everything away freely isn’t sustainable. You still want reach, visibility, and growth—but you also want some control over how your content is accessed.

Sub2 Unlock approaches this problem practically. Instead of asking users to pay or sign up, it asks them to take simple social actions they already understand: visiting a channel, following an account, or joining a community. Once they do, the content unlocks automatically.

In this guide, we’ll walk through creating a lock using the actual Sub2 Unlock interface, explain each field, and share small decisions that make a big difference in results.

The “Create Your Lock” Screen

When you open the lock creation page, you’ll see a clean, dark-themed form titled Create Your Lock, with a short note explaining that you can add up to five social platforms.

Everything happens on this single screen, which makes the process straightforward once you understand each section.

Lock Title

The Lock Title is the headline your visitors see first. Example placeholder:

e.g., Subscribe to unlock premium content

It’s not just cosmetic. A good lock title clearly answers two questions:

Good examples:

Clear titles reduce hesitation and increase completion rates.

Description (Optional, but Worth Using)

Below the title is the Description field. While optional, it humanizes the experience. A short sentence can:

Example: “This resource is shared with our community members only. Complete the step below to unlock access instantly.”

Content URL to Unlock

This is the most important technical field.
Here, paste the link users will access after completing the required actions. Examples include:

Example: https://drive.google.com/file/...

Tip: Always test the URL in an incognito window to ensure it opens correctly.

Button Text

The default button text is UNLOCK CONTENT. You can customize this to match your tone:

Short, direct labels tend to convert better than overly creative wording.

Social Media Platforms (Core Section)

This is where Sub2 Unlock does its work.

You can add 1–5 platforms, but at least one is required.

Platform 1 (Required)

Each platform block has three key elements:

Accuracy matters. A broken link breaks trust.

Adding More Platforms (Optional)

You can add up to five platforms.

Guidelines:

High-value content justifies multiple steps.

Generating the Lock

Once all fields are filled, click Generate Lock.

This generates a unique lock link to share in:

What Users Experience

Visitors follow a simple flow:

No account creation, no payment, no extra steps.

Practical Tips From Real Use

Small details noticeably affect user trust and completion rates.

Final Thoughts

Sub2 Unlock doesn’t feel like a hard gate. It’s a fair exchange: users get access to valuable content, and creators get meaningful engagement. When set up thoughtfully, it protects content without frustrating the audience.

That balance is why tools like this work—efficiently, quietly, and without unnecessary complexity.