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What are the different WordPress user roles?

Last updated on September 25, 2022 @ 12:15 am

There are a few different WordPress user roles, and each one has its own set of privileges and responsibilities.

Administrator: The administrator is the root user in WordPress, and as such, has complete control over the site. They can manage all the site’s settings, add new users, and modify any WordPress files or settings.

Editor: The editor is the most common WordPress user role, and is responsible for creating and editing posts, pages, and other content on the site. They can also manage the site’s content and settings.

PRO TIP: The different WordPress user roles are: administrator, editor, author, contributor, and subscriber. Each role has different capabilities and permissions. As a general rule, you should only give users the permissions they need to do their job, and no more.

Subscriber: A subscriber is a registered user who has been given limited access to view or edit specific portions of the site. Subscribers can view posts, pages, and other content, but they can’t create or edit any of it.

Contributor: A contributor is a registered user who has been given more access to the site than a subscriber. Contributors can create posts, pages, and other content, but they can’t manage the site’s settings or edit any of the content.

User: A user is a registered user who has been given limited access to the site. Users can view posts, pages, and other content, but they can’t create or edit any of it.

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