# 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.

:::check Required Permissions
Only users with the **Create Nodes** permission can create new nodes
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:::note[]
Nodes are limited to a **Parent → Child** hierarchy and cannot be nested beyond one level
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# 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:
<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 **Managed Companies**
      </Step>
      <Step>
        Click on the **⋮ (Actions Menu)** to the right of **Add New Company** , then select **\+ Add node**
      </Step>
       <Step>
        Enter the name of the Node
      </Step>
       <Step>
        Click **Add Node**
      </Step>
    </Steps>
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

# 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.