diff --git a/crates/matrix-sdk/src/config/request.rs b/crates/matrix-sdk/src/config/request.rs
index e76476d62..bf2bb8604 100644
--- a/crates/matrix-sdk/src/config/request.rs
+++ b/crates/matrix-sdk/src/config/request.rs
@@ -110,7 +110,7 @@ impl RequestConfig {
     /// Force sending authorization even if the endpoint does not require it.
     /// Default is only sending authorization if it is required.
     #[must_use]
-    pub(crate) fn force_auth(mut self) -> Self {
+    pub fn force_auth(mut self) -> Self {
         self.force_auth = true;
         self
     }