How to Add a New User Account in WordPress
- Log in to your WordPress dashboard using your unique credentials.
- Navigate to ‘Users’ on the left-hand side menu.
- Click on ‘Add New’ at the page’s top left.
- Fill in the user details:
- Username: Choose carefully, as it cannot be changed later.
- Email: Enter the email associated with the new user; this can be updated if necessary.
- Set a Password: You can assign a password here or let the new user set it through an email notification.
- Send User Notification: Ensure this option is checked to prompt the new user to set or change their password.
- Assign a Role: Select an appropriate role for the new user. Roles determine access levels, like:
- Administrator for full access,
- Author for creating and editing posts/pages,
- Subscriber/Contributor for very limited access.
- Finally, click ‘Add New User’ to save and create the account.
Ensure you understand the permissions associated with each role to maintain site security and functionality.
