# Add a User

This article explains how to add a new user to the MSP Portal. Users are invited by email and must complete account setup before gaining access.

:::check Required Permissions
Only users with the **Add Users** permission can add users
:::

# Add a User
:::info[]
Email addresses **cannot be changed** after creation
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To grant a new user access to the MSP Portal and assign their role, follow the steps below:
<Tabs>
  <Tab title="MSP Portal">
    <Steps>
      <Step>
        Sign in to the **[WatchDog MSP Portal](https://app.watchdogsecurity.io/)**
      </Step>
      <Step>
        From the account context switcher, select the MSP Portal
      </Step>
      <Step>
        From the Left Hand Navigation Menu, select **Users**
      </Step>
      <Step>
        Click **Add → Add User**.
      </Step>
       <Step>
        (Optional) Under **Node,** select the node the user belongs under
      </Step>
       <Step>
        Enter the user’s **first name** , **last name** , and **email**.
      </Step>
       <Step>
        Select an **Application Role**.
      </Step>
       <Step>
        Click **Add User**.
      </Step>
    </Steps>
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

An invitation email is sent immediately.