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Last updated: 2026-04-06
Guide

User Roles & Access Control

Role-based access control for privacy teams. Assign team members appropriate access levels within your Dxtra organizations.

How Roles Work

Dxtra uses organization-level role assignments:

  • Per-Organization: Users are assigned roles within specific data controller organizations
  • Multi-Org Support: A user can have different roles in different organizations
  • Immediate Effect: Permission changes apply immediately across the platform
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User Account --> Data Controller Org --> Role Assignment --> Permissions

Available Roles

Dxtra provides nine predefined roles:

Role Description
Owner Full platform control including billing
Business Owner Platform oversight with billing access
Data Protection Officer Compliance oversight and DPIAs
Data Controller Define processing purposes
Role Description
Admin Day-to-day management without billing
Agency/Reseller Multi-client management
Role Description
Developer API access and integrations
Member Basic operational access
Role Description
Auditor/Regulator Read-only compliance verification

Quick Start

Add Your First Team Member

  1. Go to Settings > Users & Roles
  2. Click Invite User
  3. Enter email and select role
  4. User receives invitation email

Common Role Assignments

Team Function Recommended Role
Privacy Director Owner
Privacy Manager Admin
DPO Data Protection Officer
Privacy Analyst Member
Developer Developer
External Auditor Auditor/Regulator

Security Best Practices

  • Least Privilege: Start with the minimum role needed
  • Review Access: Check user roles quarterly
  • Prompt Removal: Remove access when team members leave
  • Document Assignments: Record why users have elevated roles

Next Steps