WordPress - User Roles

WordPress user roles determine the level of access and permissions that different users have on a WordPress site. Each user role comes with specific capabilities, allowing users to perform certain actions on the site. Here's an overview of the standard WordPress user roles:

1. Administrator:

• Capabilities: Full control over the site, including managing other users, installing themes and plugins, and modifying site settings.
• Responsibilities: Site owner or manager with complete authority.

2. Editor:

• Capabilities: Can publish, edit, and delete any post or page, including those of other users.
• Responsibilities: Content manager with control over editorial aspects.

3. Author:

• Capabilities: Can publish, edit, and delete their own posts.
• Responsibilities: Content creator responsible for their posts.

4. Contributor:

• Capabilities: Can write and edit their own posts but can't publish them. Their posts require review and publication by an editor or administrator.
• Responsibilities: Content creator with limited publishing rights.

5. Subscriber:

• Capabilities: Can manage their profile and receive site updates.
• Responsibilities: Basic user with the ability to log in and consume content.

Managing User Roles:

1. Adding a New User:

   • Go to "Users" > "Add New."
   • Fill in the required information, set the user role, and click "Add New User."

2. Editing Existing Users:

   • Go to "Users" > "All Users."
   • Hover over a user and click "Edit" to modify user details, including the user role.

3. Assigning User Roles During Invitation:

   • When inviting a new user to your site, you can set their role while sending the invitation.

Custom User Roles:

In addition to the standard roles, some plugins allow you to create custom user roles with specific capabilities. However, managing custom user roles often requires a good understanding of WordPress development.