How to create a user or admin to manage multiple HL locations without giving them agency access?

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This article explains how to create or update users at the account level so they can manage multiple HighLevel sub-accounts without being granted access to the agency dashboard. You’ll learn how to assign the correct role, configure access settings, and manage permissions using the updated HighLevel interface.


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What is the Account User/Admin Role?

Account-level users and admins are restricted to selected sub-accounts. Unlike agency-level users, they do not have visibility or control over the entire agency. This setup is ideal for giving team members access to multiple locations without compromising sensitive agency-wide settings.


Key Benefits of Account-Level Access

  • Granular Permissions: Limit access to only the locations they need.
  • Secure Delegation: Avoid giving unnecessary agency-wide visibility.
  • Flexible Management: Add users as Admins or Users based on required capabilities.

Configuring Account-Level Users and Admins

Switch to Agency View

Click the location dropdown in the top left of your dashboard, then select Switch to Agency View.

Go to Settings > Team

In the Agency View sidebar, scroll down and click Settings, then select the Team tab.

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Add or Edit a User

Click + Add User in the top-right, or click the pencil icon beside an existing user to edit their settings.

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Set User Type to Account

Under Roles and Permissions, set the User Type to Account. This ensures the user has no agency-level access.

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Assign User Role and Locations

  • Choose between User or Admin under User Role.
  • Use the search field to assign one or more sub-accounts the user should have access to.
  • Configure feature-specific permissions as needed using the toggle switches.

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Save the User

Once you’ve configured the access settings, click Save to complete the setup.


Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can one user manage more than one location?
Yes. When assigning sub-account access, you can select multiple locations.

Q: What’s the difference between Account User and Account Admin?
Account Admins can manage most settings within assigned sub-accounts, while Users typically have restricted access based on toggled permissions.

Q: Can I promote an existing account user to admin later?
Yes. Edit the user under Settings > Team, and update their role from User to Admin.

Q: Can an Account user access the Agency Dashboard?
No. Setting the User Type to Account ensures the user cannot access the agency-level interface.

Q: Will the user receive an invite email?
Yes. Once saved, an invitation is sent to the user’s email to join and access the assigned sub-accounts.