
Squarespace Updates Permissions with New Payments Account Owner Role
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Squarespace Payments introduces different permission levels to manage financial operations effectively. Here's what you need to know about each role:
Payments Account Owner
- Default role for anyone who creates a Squarespace Payments account
- Has complete control over payment settings and transactions
- Can be transferred to other collaborators through support
Website Owner & Administrator
- Can create new Payments accounts
- Have full access to website settings
- Can manage store operations and payment settings
Store Manager
- Limited access to payment functions
- Can process orders and manage inventory
- Cannot modify payment account settings
Permission by Role Matrix:
- Website Owner: Full access to all payment features
- Administrator: Full access except payment account ownership
- Payments Account Owner: Complete control of payment operations
- Store Manager: Basic transaction processing capabilities
Key Features:
- Ownership transfers require contacting Squarespace support
- Multiple permission levels ensure secure financial management
- Each role has specific access limitations for security
- Collaborators maintain designated access levels across the platform
This permission structure helps maintain security while allowing efficient management of payment operations across your Squarespace website.
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