In the Umbraco backoffice, users are individuals who are granted access to the platform. These users can include Content Editors, Translators, Web Designers, and Developers, among others. This guide aims to provide step-by-step instructions on how to define, create, and effectively manage users within the Umbraco backoffice.
Creating a new user
- Navigate to the Users Section:
Access the Umbraco backoffice and locate the "Users" section in the main menu. Click on it to proceed.
- View Current Users:
In the Users section, you will find an overview of all the existing backoffice users. Take a moment to familiarize yourself with the current user list.
- Initiate User Creation:
To create a new user, look for the "Invite user" button and click on it. This will prompt you to provide specific details for the new user.
- Enter User Details:
In the user creation form, you will be asked to enter the following information:
Name: Provide the full name of the new user.
Email: Enter the email address associated with the new user's account.
- Assign User Group:
Choose the appropriate user group for the new user. User groups are predefined sets of permissions and access levels. Select the group that aligns with the role and responsibilities of the new user.
- Add a Message:
Optionally, you can include a personalized message with the invitation. This message can provide additional instructions, welcome the user, or convey any other relevant information.
- User Invitation and Autogenerated Password:
After completing the user creation form, click on the "Create" or "Send Invitation" button. The system will generate a unique password for the new user. Make sure to communicate this autogenerated password to the user securely, as they will need it to access their account.
- Informing the New User:
Contact the new user separately, either through email or another secure communication channel, and provide them with the autogenerated password. Instruct them to use this password to log in to their Umbraco backoffice account.
- Further User Management:
Once the new user has logged in successfully, they can customize their password and update their profile information as needed. As the administrator, you can also adjust the user's permissions, manage their roles, and make any necessary modifications to their account details.