> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://pulze.ai/docs/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Space Members

> Manage team members and collaboration in your space

## Overview

Space members are team members who have access to a specific space. Each member can be assigned different permission levels to control what they can do within the space.

## Member Roles

Pulze supports three primary permission levels for space members:

### Admin

Full control over the space:

* Manage space settings and configuration
* Invite and remove members
* Assign and modify permissions
* Delete the space
* Access all conversations and data
* Configure models, routers, and assistants

### Editor

Create and modify content:

* Start and participate in conversations
* Upload and manage data
* Create and edit documents
* Schedule tasks
* Comment on messages
* Cannot modify space settings or manage members

### Viewer

Read-only access:

* View conversations and messages
* Access shared documents
* See space data and files
* View member list
* Cannot create or modify content
* Cannot access space settings

## Adding Members

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open Space Settings">
    Navigate to your space and click the Settings icon
  </Step>

  <Step title="Navigate to Members Section">
    Find the "Members" section in the side panel
  </Step>

  <Step title="Click Add Member">
    Click the "+" icon next to the Members heading
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter Member Details">
    * Enter email address or select from organization members
    * Choose permission level (Admin, Editor, or Viewer)
    * Add a personal message (optional)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Send Invitation">
    Click "Invite" to send the invitation
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Member Management

### Viewing Members

The Members section displays:

* **Profile Picture**: Member's avatar
* **Name**: Full name or email
* **Permission Level**: Current role in the space
* **Status**: Active, pending invitation, etc.
* **Last Active**: Recent activity timestamp

### Modifying Permissions

To change a member's permissions:

1. Locate the member in the Members list
2. Click on their current permission level
3. Select the new permission from the dropdown
4. Changes are saved automatically

<Note>
  Only space admins and organization admins can modify member permissions.
</Note>

### Removing Members

To remove a member from a space:

1. Find the member in the Members list
2. Click the actions menu (three dots)
3. Select "Remove from space"
4. Confirm the removal

<Warning>
  Removed members will lose access to all space conversations, data, and documents.
</Warning>

## Member List

The space home displays a preview of space members:

* Up to 5 members shown by default
* Profile pictures in a row
* Click to see full member list
* Admin badge for administrators

## Invitation Management

### Pending Invitations

Track invitations that haven't been accepted:

* View pending invitation list
* Resend invitations
* Cancel pending invitations
* Set expiration dates

### Invitation Links

Generate shareable invitation links:

1. Go to member management
2. Click "Create invitation link"
3. Set permission level
4. Configure link settings:
   * Expiration date
   * Maximum uses
   * Auto-approve setting
5. Copy and share the link

## Member Activity

Track member engagement:

* **Last Active**: When they last accessed the space
* **Conversation Count**: Number of conversations participated in
* **Message Count**: Total messages sent
* **Data Uploads**: Files and datasets contributed
* **Comments**: Collaboration activity

## Collaboration Features

### @Mentions

Tag members in conversations and comments:

* Type `@` followed by member name
* Member receives notification
* Creates threaded discussion
* Tracks action items

### Member Presence

See who's actively working:

* Real-time presence indicators
* "Currently viewing" status
* Active conversation markers
* Typing indicators in conversations

### Notifications

Members receive notifications for:

* New conversations they're added to
* @mentions in messages or comments
* Replies to their comments
* Space setting changes
* Task assignments

## Organization Members vs Space Members

### Organization Members

* All users in your organization
* Have organization-level access
* Can be added to any space
* Managed at organization level

### Space Members

* Subset of organization members
* Have space-specific permissions
* Access limited to their spaces
* Managed at space level

## Permission Inheritance

Understanding permission levels:

### Organization Admins

* Override all space permissions
* Full access to all spaces
* Can modify any space settings
* Manage all members globally

### Space Admins

* Full control within their space
* Cannot access other spaces without invitation
* Can manage space-specific settings
* Assign permissions to space members

### Regular Members

* Permissions defined at space level
* No access to spaces they're not invited to
* Role can vary across different spaces
* Cannot invite or remove other members (unless Admin)

## Member Search and Filtering

Find members quickly:

* **Search by Name**: Filter member list
* **Filter by Role**: Show only Admins, Editors, or Viewers
* **Sort by Activity**: Most active members first
* **Sort by Join Date**: Newest or oldest members

## Best Practices

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Access Control">
    * Follow principle of least privilege
    * Assign Viewer role by default
    * Upgrade to Editor as needed
    * Limit Admin role to trusted members
    * Regularly review member access
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Team Management">
    * Document member responsibilities
    * Communicate permission changes
    * Onboard new members properly
    * Remove inactive members
    * Use groups for similar roles
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Collaboration">
    * Use @mentions for important items
    * Respect member availability
    * Keep notifications relevant
    * Encourage active participation
    * Foster inclusive environment
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Security">
    * Review member list regularly
    * Remove departing team members promptly
    * Use invitation expiration dates
    * Monitor member activity
    * Report suspicious behavior
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Member Analytics

Track team collaboration metrics:

* **Active Members**: Currently engaged users
* **Participation Rate**: Percentage of contributing members
* **Response Time**: Average time to respond in conversations
* **Contribution Distribution**: Balance of activity across members
* **Collaboration Patterns**: Who works with whom

## External Collaborators

Working with users outside your organization:

### Guest Access

* Limited space access
* Cannot see other spaces
* Restricted permissions
* Time-limited access available

### Partner Access

* Access to specific spaces
* Controlled data sharing
* Separate billing if needed
* Audit trail maintained

## Offboarding Members

When members leave:

1. **Transfer Ownership**: Reassign their conversations and data
2. **Export Data**: Save their contributions if needed
3. **Remove Access**: Remove from all relevant spaces
4. **Archive Content**: Preserve their work for records
5. **Update Documentation**: Reflect team changes

## Next Steps

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Permissions Guide" icon="shield" href="/pulze/permissions/overview">
    Learn about permission management
  </Card>

  <Card title="Space Integrations" icon="plug" href="/pulze/spaces/integrations">
    Connect external tools
  </Card>

  <Card title="Conversations" icon="messages" href="/pulze/spaces/conversations">
    Start collaborating in conversations
  </Card>

  <Card title="Back to Spaces" icon="rocket" href="/pulze/spaces/overview">
    Return to Spaces overview
  </Card>
</CardGroup>
