.. _user_management:

User Management
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The User Management feature allows administrators to oversee team members, organize users into groups, and control access permissions across the platform.

Key Capabilities
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**User Administration**
  - View all platform users and their status
  - Invite new team members via email
  - Manage user roles and permissions
  - Deactivate or remove users when needed

**Permission Groups**
  - Create custom permission groups for different roles
  - Assign specific platform access levels
  - Manage group memberships
  - Set default permissions for new users

**Team Organization**
  - Organize users by department or project
  - Assign team leads and administrators
  - Control cross-team collaboration settings

User Interface
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.. image:: ../_static/images/current_users.png
    :align: center
    :alt: Current Users Management Interface

The main user management interface shows:

- Complete user directory with status indicators
- Quick actions for common administrative tasks
- Search and filter capabilities for large teams
- Bulk operations for efficient management

.. image:: ../_static/images/user_group.png
    :align: center
    :alt: User Group Management Interface

The group management section allows:

- Creation and editing of permission groups
- Visual assignment of users to groups
- Permission level configuration
- Group-based access control

Getting Started
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**For Administrators:**

1. **Access User Management**: Navigate to Settings → User Management
2. **Review Current Users**: Check the user directory and verify active accounts
3. **Set Up Groups**: Create permission groups that match your organization structure
4. **Invite Team Members**: Use the invite feature to add new users
5. **Assign Permissions**: Add users to appropriate groups based on their roles

**For Team Leads:**

- Request administrator access if you need to manage your team
- Review your team members' access levels
- Coordinate with administrators for permission changes

.. note::
   User management features may be limited based on your role. Contact your system administrator if you need additional permissions.

Best Practices
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- **Regular Audits**: Review user access quarterly
- **Principle of Least Privilege**: Give users only the access they need
- **Group Organization**: Use clear, descriptive names for permission groups
- **Onboarding Process**: Establish consistent procedures for new user setup