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title: "Adding New Users"
source: "https://docs.nexcess.com/software/learndash/academy/adding-new-users/"
description: "[wp101 video=\"new-users\"] In this video, the instructor explains how to manage users and roles in WordPress, allowing multiple people to contribute to and manag…"
vertical: "Software"
area: "Academy"
date: "2023-02-22"
last_modified: "2023-02-22"
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# Adding New Users

\[wp101 video=”new-users”\]

In this video, the instructor explains how to manage **users and roles** in WordPress, allowing multiple people to contribute to and manage a site with the right level of access.

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#### **1. The Users Panel**

- From here, you can: 
    - **Add new users**
    - **Edit user details**
    - **Delete users**
    - Use **bulk actions** to delete or change roles for multiple users at once

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#### **2. WordPress User Roles & Permissions**

- **Administrator**: Full access to all admin functions and settings.
- **Editor**: Can create, publish, and edit all posts and pages (including those by other users).
- **Author**: Can write and publish their own posts.
- **Contributor**: Can write and manage their own posts, but cannot publish (must submit for review).
- **Subscriber**: Can only manage their profile and read content.

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#### **3. Example: Adding a Contributor**

- A new team member (Stephanie) is added as a **Contributor**.
- Contributor workflow: 
    - Can write and save drafts.
    - Posts appear as **Pending Review**.
    - An **Editor or Administrator** must approve and publish.
- Administrators can: 
    - Preview submitted articles.
    - Edit content if needed.
    - Publish once ready.

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#### **4. Editing User Accounts**

- Select **Edit** next to a user’s name to adjust their settings.
- Options include: 
    - Enable/disable the **Visual Editor** (restrict to text-only).
    - Change **Admin color scheme**.
    - Enable **keyboard shortcuts** (useful for moderating comments).
    - Show/hide the **Toolbar** when viewing the site.
    - Update role, name, contact info, bio, and password.

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#### **5. Editing Your Own Profile**

- Access your personal profile by selecting **Edit Profile** under your username in the top-right toolbar.

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### **Key Takeaway:**

WordPress’s user management system makes it easy to **assign the right level of permissions** to each team member. This ensures secure collaboration, controlled publishing workflows, and efficient site management.

In the **next video**, you’ll explore the settings available in your **Personal Profile**.