Site Members: Approving a New Member
3 min
In this article
- Manually approving new site members
- FAQs
You can control who becomes a member of your site by using either automatic or manual approval for new sign-ups. Review membership requests, so that only the right people gain access.
For example, if you manage an exclusive online community, you can customize the sign-up form to gather specific details from applicants. This ensures a secure and high-quality member base.
Manually approving new site members
Manual approval allows you to review and approve membership requests, ensuring that you grant access to your site's content to relevant people. An email notification is sent to new members as soon as you approve the request.
Dashboard
Wix app
- Go to Site Members in your site's dashboard.
- Click # pending approval.
- Click the More Actions icon next to the relevant member.
- Click Approve member.

FAQs
Click a question below to learn more about approving a new member.
What happens if I block a pending member?
What if I no longer want to a member to access my Member's Area?
How can I track member activity or progress on my site?
Can I create a members-only group?
How do I ensure that members cannot download sensitive documents?
Can I assign roles to members automatically?
How do I set up a members-only page with unique passwords for each member?
How do I create a custom message for members who are denied access?
Can I automate the process of assigning badges to members?
Can I redirect members to a specific page after they log in?
How do I notify members about blog posts or updates?
Can I create a members-only area for downloading documents?