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title: Understanding user roles and permissions in Publish
description: Learn about the different user roles in Publish and what permissions they have.
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# Understanding user roles and permissions in Publish

## Learn about the different user roles in Publish and what permissions they have.

In **Publish**, user roles define what **actions** each team member can take. These roles ensure **content security** and maintain **publishing workflows**.

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### **User Roles & Permissions**

#### **Publishing Trainee (Limited Access)**

1. Can **create draft posts** but cannot publish.
2. Cannot delete campaigns or access customer service-related features.

#### **Publisher (Full Publishing Access)**

1. Can **create, edit, publish, and schedule** posts.
2. Can **approve/reject** draft posts.
3. Can delete campaigns and campaign messages.

#### **Admin (Full System Access)**

1. Can do everything a **Publisher** can.
2. Can **add new users** and **change user roles**.
3. Can access both **publishing and customer service features**.

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### **How to View and Manage User Roles**

1. Click **Settings** at the top of your screen.
2. Click **Users** to see the list of users and their assigned roles.
3. Admins can **change user roles** by selecting a user and updating their permissions.

**Tip:** Only **Admins** can modify user roles.

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