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User Management
This guide covers adding, editing, and managing user accounts in GovPayPlan.
Accessing User Management
- Navigate to Settings > Users
- You'll see a list of all users in your agency
Viewing Users
User List
The user list displays:
- Name
- Role
- Status (Active/Inactive)
- Last login
Filtering Users
Filter the list by:
- Status (Active/Inactive/All)
- Role
- Search by name or email
Adding a New User
Step 1: Start New User
Click Add User to open the new user form.
Step 2: Enter User Information
| Field | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| First Name | Yes | User's first name |
| Last Name | Yes | User's last name |
| Yes | Login email (must be unique) | |
| Phone | No | Contact number |
| Role | Yes | Select from available roles |
Step 3: Set Initial Access
- Send invitation email: User receives email to set password
- Set temporary password: You create a password they must change
Step 4: Save User
Click Create User to add them to the system.
TIP
Users receive a welcome email with instructions to complete their account setup.
Editing Users
Access User Details
Click on a user's name to open their profile.
Editable Fields
- Name
- Phone
- Role
- Status
WARNING
Email addresses cannot be changed after creation. Create a new user if email change is needed.
Saving Changes
Click Save Changes after making updates.
Deactivating Users
Deactivating a user prevents them from logging in while preserving their transaction history.
To Deactivate
- Open the user's profile
- Click Deactivate User
- Confirm the action
Deactivation Effects
- User cannot log in
- Transaction history is preserved
- User can be reactivated later
Reactivating Users
- Filter by Inactive users
- Open the user's profile
- Click Reactivate User
Deleting Users
DANGER
Deleting a user is permanent and cannot be undone. Use deactivation instead when possible.
User deletion may be restricted if:
- User has processed transactions
- User owns recurring payments
- Audit requirements apply
Password Management
Reset User Password
- Open user's profile
- Click Reset Password
- Choose:
- Send reset email
- Set temporary password
Locked Accounts
If a user is locked out after too many failed attempts:
- Open their profile
- Click Unlock Account
- Optionally reset their password
Bulk User Management
Import Users
- Navigate to Settings > Users > Import
- Download the CSV template
- Fill in user information
- Upload the completed CSV
- Review and confirm
Export Users
- Click Export on the users page
- Download user list as CSV
User Activity
View User History
From a user's profile, see:
- Login history
- Recent transactions
- Administrative actions
Audit Trail
All user changes are logged:
- Who made the change
- What was changed
- When it occurred
Related Topics
- Roles & Permissions - Configure what users can do
- Security Settings - Password and MFA policies
