Why Grant WordPress Access: There are several reasons you might grant someone access to your WordPress site:
- Web developers: To build, design, or update your website.
- Content contributors: To add articles or manage content.
- SEO specialists: To optimize your site’s search engine performance.
Steps:
- Log in to your WordPress dashboard: Go to your website’s admin login (usually at
yoursitename.com/wp-admin) and enter your administrator credentials. - Navigate to Users: Click the “Users” tab in the left-hand sidebar.
- Create a new user: Click “Add New”.
- Enter user information:
- Username: Choose a unique, easy-to-remember name. Avoid using “admin” for security.
- Email address: A valid email address where the user can receive notifications. In this case, [email protected].
- Password: Create a strong password using the “Generate Password” button. This will be changed soon, but it should be strong if someone tries to access the account before that change occurs.
- Send new user notification: Check this box so WordPress will email the new user their login details and a link to reset their password to one of their choosing.
- Choose User Role: Select “Administrator”. This grants full access to all WordPress settings and features.
- Add New User: Click the “Add New User” button.
Additional Tips:
- Temporary Access: If access is needed for a limited time, set a reminder to revoke it later. You can remove users in the same “Users” section of your dashboard.
- Password Best Practices: Encourage strong passwords and consider using a password manager tool.
