Overview

This article provides guidance on the role of an Author within a user management system, detailing their permissions, how to create an Author user, and the tasks they can perform. It is intended for administrators who wish to delegate content creation responsibilities while maintaining control over publication and system settings.

 

Information

Authors have a subset of administrator capabilities, specifically tailored for content creation without the ability to publish or alter system settings. This section outlines the process of creating an Author and lists their specific permissions.

 

Creating an Author

To create an Author user, follow these steps:

1. Navigate to Settings > System > User Management.
2. Click on the Add User button.
3. In the configuration pop-up, enter the user details and choose Author from the User Type drop-down menu.

The newly created Author user will receive an invitation email shortly thereafter.

 

Author Permissions

Below is a table listing the tasks Authors are able to complete, along with a legend for permissions.

Legend:

• ✓ = Has permission to do this
• x = Does not have permission to do this

Function	Author Permissions
Create Challenges	✓
Create Rewards	✓
Publish Challenges	x
Publish Rewards	x
Modify Reward Visibility	x
Approve / Reject Challenges	x
Fulfill Rewards	x
Create Groups	✓
Delete Groups	✓
Edit Groups	✓
Add Nominee	✓
Invite Nominees	✓
Access Settings page	x
View Reports	x
Publish Experiences	x
Access API (All options)	x

If you'd like to create User Types with different permissions, please refer to our article on creating Roles.

 

FAQ

How do I create an Author user?

To create an Author user, navigate to Settings > System > User Management, click on the 'Add User' button, fill in the user details, and select 'Author' as the User Type.

What permissions does an Author have?

An Author can create and edit content such as challenges and rewards, manage groups, and add nominees, but cannot publish content, access system settings, or view reports.

Can an Author user publish content?

No, Author users do not have permission to publish challenges, rewards, or experiences.