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How do I manage users and permissions in Google Workspace?

Add, remove, suspend, and manage admin roles in Google Workspace.

Managing Users in Google Workspace

### Adding a User

admin.google.com → Directory → Users → Add new user → Fill in name and email → Save

### Suspending a User

Directory → Users → Select user → More options → Suspend user

Data preserved; login blocked. Reactivate at any time.

### Deleting a User

Directory → Users → Select user → Delete user

Transfer Drive/Calendar data to another user. **20-day recovery window.**

### Admin Roles

| Role | Access |

|------|--------|

| Super Admin | Full access |

| User Management Admin | Add/modify users only |

| Help Desk Admin | Reset passwords |

Assign: Directory → Users → Select user → Admin roles and privileges

### Password Policies

Security → Password management → Set length, strength, expiry, enforce 2-Step Verification

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