1. Node Management
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  1. Node Management

Create a New MSP Node

MSP nodes allow you to Segment your MSP into teams or downstream partners using node hierarchy. This article explains how to create a new MSP node and what happens afterward.
Required Permissions
Only users with the Create Nodes permission can create new nodes
Nodes are limited to a Parent → Child hierarchy and cannot be nested beyond one level

Create a New MSP Node#

To create a new MSP node and organize customers or users under a separate management scope, follow the steps below:
MSP Portal
1
Sign in to the WatchDog MSP Portal
2
From the account context switcher, select the MSP Portal
3
From the Left Hand Navigation Menu, select Managed Companies
4
Click on the ⋮ (Actions Menu) to the right of Add New Company , then select + Add node
5
Enter the name of the Node
6
Click Add Node

What Happens After Creation#

The node appears in the Node filter across supported pages
A system-generated role is created automatically - {Node Name} Administrator
All access must be explicitly granted through roles.

Access & Visibility After Creation#

Creating a node does not automatically grant users access. Access to the new node depends on:
Whether a user is assigned a role at that node
A parent-level role includes Cascade Node Permissions
If a user does not meet either condition, the node will not be visible to them.
Modified at 2026-02-25 21:46:40
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