How To: Creating Users In WordPress

A feature of WordPress is the ability to manage users.

Here’s a quick guide on how to add a new user to your WordPress site.

1. Login to your WordPress site.
2. Expand the left sidebar (if not already expanded).
3. Locate and click the Users link in the left sidebar.
4. Click Add New.
5. On the Add New User screen, fill out the form. Be sure to enter at least the following required fields: Username and Email and be sure to select a Role. If you are unsure what Role to choose, select ‘Subscriber’.  The Password should be generated automatically.
6. If you want your new user notified of their account, check the ‘Send User Notification’ check box. It is recommended that this box is checked.
7. Click Add New User after necessary fields have been entered.