diff --git a/example_config.ini b/example_config.ini
index b953fd1..4a1b029 100644
--- a/example_config.ini
+++ b/example_config.ini
@@ -32,3 +32,16 @@ type = serial
 
 # [sync]
 # bbs_nodes = !17d7e4b7
+
+
+############################
+#### Allowed Node IDs ####
+############################
+# Provide a list of node IDs that are allowed to post to the urgent board.
+# If this section is commented out, anyone can post to the urgent board.
+# Example:
+# [allow_list]
+# allowed_nodes = 12345678,87654321
+#
+# [allow_list]
+# allowed_nodes = !17d7e4b7