How to manage users in Plesk?
Introduction
Multiple users are often needed on one Plesk account. These user accounts allow you to grant access to specific individuals. Those individuals are then able to manage various aspects such as websites, applications, or email services under your domains. This tutorial describes the process of creating, managing, and deleting user accounts in Plesk.
Understanding User Accounts in Plesk
A Plesk user account provides delegated access to another person. They can perform specific tasks on your subscription based on the permissions you grant them. Effective user management allows you to assign administrative duties securely. It also makes sure that team members only see what they require.
How to Add a New User in Plesk?
To create a new user account successfully, you will set up a new user account. It consists of providing basic contact details and setting up their access permissions.
Essential Steps for User Creation
The following section details the necessary steps to add a new user to your Plesk. Type in all the necessary data correctly to proceed.
Log in to Plesk
To begin with, you should log in to your Plesk control panel using your primary credentials. This is necessary to initiate any administrative changes.
Go to the Users Section
Click on the Users option on the left sidebar menu. Click on it to get to the user management page.
Start Creating a New User
The Create User Account button is located on the Users page. Click on this button to open the new user creation form.
Enter the Contact Name
Under the General Information section, there is the Contact name field. Type in the name you want to assign to this new user here.
Provide the Email Address
Add a valid email address of the user in the assigned text box. This email is important for communication and account recovery.
Assign a User Role
Look at the User role list box. Choose the role to which you would like to assign permissions from the available options. The user is not allowed to do anything that is not defined in the role.
Select Subscription Access
Select the subscription or subscriptions that the user will administer in the Access to subscription list box. Only the chosen items will be available to the user for management access.
Set Up a Username
Click on the Plesk Preference section. Enter a unique username in its field. This is the user login name.
Generate and Confirm the Password
Enter a strong password in the Password box and retype it in the ‘Confirm Password’ text box. This confirms the password.
Choose the Plesk Language
Select the desired interface language that the user will be presented with once he or she logs in, based on the Plesk language list box.
Activate the User Account
Check the User is active checkbox. This action confirms that the user account is immediately ready for use.
Finalize the Creation
Click on the OK button in order to save all the settings. Plesk will create the new user account.
Steps to Manage an Existing User
Once created, a user may require updating his or her details, password, or permissions. Plesk enables you to edit any existing user account settings without any difficulty.
Updating User Account Settings
This process lets you access and modify the configuration of any user you have created, such as email or access privileges.
Log in to Plesk
Begin by accessing your Plesk control panel. You require administrative access in order to manage users.
Navigate to the Users Page
Click the Users in the left sidebar. This will display the list of all created user accounts.
Choose the User for Management
On the Users page, you should click on the name of the user that you wish to edit. This action opens their individual account details.
Access the Change Settings Option
Within the user’s account page, there is the Change Settings button. It is now possible to edit the user’s configuration field.
Modify and Save Changes
Make the desired changes. On completion, press OK in order to save. Plesk will apply the updates to the user account.
Steps to Remove a User
You can easily remove a user if their access is no longer needed. This removes their login privileges to Plesk.
Removing Unnecessary User Access
This process allows you to delete a user account in a fast and permanent manner. Be certain before you delete.
Log in to Plesk
Log in to your Plesk control panel using your master credentials. To manage users, you have to be logged in.
Open the Users Section
Select the Users link in the left sidebar. All the active accounts will be listed on the Users page.
Select the User(s) to Remove
Locate the user that you want to delete. Select the checkbox provided right next to that user’s name. You can select multiple users here if necessary.
Execute the Removal
Click on the Remove button. A confirmation prompt will display. Press Yes to proceed with the deletion. Plesk will destroy the account permanently.
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Conclusion
User account management on Plesk is a necessary administrative activity. It allows you to be in control and delegate duties efficiently. These are easy steps to follow and make sure that you can create, modify, and delete user access whenever necessary to maintain a secure and organized hosting environment.
FAQs
What is a User Role in Plesk?
User Role is a pre-defined set of permissions and access rights. Role assignment restricts the viewing and editing capabilities of a user in Plesk.
Can one user access multiple subscriptions?
Yes, a single user can definitely be granted access to more than one subscription. Choose the necessary subscriptions in the box of Access to subscription list at creation or management process.
What happens to a user’s files when I remove their account?
Removing a user account only affects their login credentials and access rights. It does not delete any of the actual website or email files associated with your subscription.
Can I change a user’s username after they are created?
No. You cannot directly change the username once the user account has been created. You have to remove the existing account and then create a completely new user account with the desired username.
Is the contact name the same as the username?
No, the contact name is just a display name for identification purposes. The username is the actual unique identifier that the user will type into the login screen to access Plesk.
