Managing WordPress Users
Now that you know how to update your WordPress user profile, you may want to create additional users. You might need to do this because you’re running a group blog, or you wish to allow additional authors to contribute to your blog from time-to-time.
This video will show you everything you need to know about managing users in WordPress, and provides an introduction to WordPress user roles and permissions. For a more detailed analysis of user roles be sure to watch the special video explaining WordPress user roles.
Updating Your WordPress Profile
After logging in to WordPress for the first time, you’ll want to edit your user profile. There are several reasons for doing this. First of all, you’ll want to change your system assigned password. Second, you’ll want to enter your complete name and customize your display name, so that you’re readers know who you are. Finally, you may want to modify the WordPress editing options.
These videos shows you everything you need to know about editing your WordPress user profile.
WordPress User Roles Explained
User roles provide bloggers with an easy and flexible way to control access to various WordPress feature. Unfortunately the user role system can be confusing to new bloggers. Even experienced WordPress users are frequently baffled by the role system and the permissions that are associated with each role.
If you’re collaborating with multiple bloggers, working with an editorial staff, or requiring subscribers to create user accounts in order to comment, an understanding of the WordPress user role system is essential. This video will help you sort out your options by explaining the permissions associated with each role, and demonstrating how the WordPress administrative interface changes depending on a user’s role.
The video covers the current standard WordPress roles:
Administrator, Editor, Author, Contributor, Subscriber