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What Permissions Are Needed for a Site User to Edit Articles?

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Overview of Article Editing Permissions

Editing articles on a site requires specific user permissions. These permissions determine what actions a user can take, such as creating drafts, publishing content, or managing site settings. Understanding the different permission levels helps clarify who can edit articles and what additional capabilities each role has.

Key Roles and Their Permissions

Permission LevelDescription
Contributor
  • Can create and edit drafts.
  • Cannot publish articles or move content.
  • Cannot change permissions.
Manager
  • Can create and edit content.
  • Can organize topics and categories.
  • Cannot manage users or change site settings.
Site Admin

A site admin has the highest level of access. 

  • Has full access to site content and configuration.
  • Can manage users, roles, and permissions.
  • Can edit, publish, and delete content.

 

Why Permissions Matter

Permissions ensure that only authorized users can make changes to articles and site structure. This helps maintain content quality and site security by assigning appropriate responsibilities to each role.

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