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How to Configure CloudSee Drive Group Permissions?
How to Configure CloudSee Drive Group Permissions?
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Written by Daniela Camargo
Updated over 2 months ago

CloudSee Drive Group Permissions allows administrators to efficiently manage groups of users and control user access to Amazon S3 buckets. This system simplifies user management by offering role-based access control (RBAC), where permissions can be assigned at both group and individual levels, ensuring secure and streamlined file management.

Why Do You Need It?

Managing access to critical data stored in Amazon S3 can be complex, especially with multiple users and teams. With CloudSee Drive Group Permissions, administrators can:

  • Ensure secure access control to important files and folders.

  • Streamline the process of granting and revoking access by applying permissions to groups rather than individuals.

  • Audit user activities to maintain compliance and security.

  • Quickly manage and adjust permissions as team roles evolve.

Who Is It For?

CloudSee Drive Group Permissions is designed for CloudSee Drive administrators and IT managers responsible for managing user access and permissions across an organization.

How To Use It

Administrators can use CloudSee Drive Group Permissions by following these steps:

  1. Create Groups: Establish groups of users to streamline the assignment of access permissions.

  2. Assign Permissions: Define access levels (Read, Write, Delete, etc.) for each group for specific Amazon S3 buckets.

  3. Manage Groups: Add or remove users from groups, and adjust group details as needed.

  4. Configure Bucket Access: Set and update permissions for each group's access to specific buckets.

  5. Review Logs: Monitor user activity to ensure compliance and track usage patterns.

The detailed instructions in this guide will help you navigate these processes efficiently.

Sign In to CloudSee Drive [Administrator]

  1. Access CloudSee Drive: Open your browser and navigate to CloudSee Drive.

  2. Sign In: Enter your credentials and click the Sign In button to access your CloudSee Drive dashboard.

User Management

Add New Users

  1. Access CloudSee User Settings. From the top menu of your dashboard, select the Settings icon and choose CloudSee User Settings.

2. Create a New User. Select the Create button to open the user creation form.

Next, enter a new user’s Email Address and Contact Name. To save, click Create.

Repeat as needed.

Group Management

Creating a Group

To create a group and assign members, you need admin privileges.

  1. Access CloudSee Group Settings. Select the Settings icon and choose CloudSee Group Settings.

2. Create a Group. Click the Create button.

Enter a Group Name, then click Create.

3. Add Members. Once the group is created, select the Members icon to add users.

Mark the desired users on the list, then click Select to add them to the group.

4. Manage Groups. Group members will appear on the Manage Groups screen where you can review and update group membership.

Configuring Bucket Access and Permissions

Setting Bucket Access for Groups

Admins can configure and update bucket access permissions for each group. Permissions include Full Control, Read, Write, and Delete rights.

  1. Access Group Settings. From the dashboard, select the Settings icon and choose CloudSee Group Settings.

2. Permissions. On the Manage Groups screen, select the action menu and then choose Permissions.

3. Update Permissions. On the Permissions screen, administrators can adjust default permissions for all of the group’s buckets. These can also be customized at the individual bucket level.

5. Manage Bucket Access. Select the Actions menu, then choose Bucket Access.

Select the buckets that the group is allowed to access and configure their permissions.

Reviewing User Access Logs

Administrators can monitor user activity to ensure secure and compliant usage of CloudSee Drive.

  1. Access User Logs. From the dashboard, select the Settings icon and choose Reports > User Access Log to view user activity logs.

2. Manage Logs. On the Manage Logs screen, administrators can review detailed logs showing when users accessed CloudSee Drive and related information.

With CloudSee Drive’s group management features, administrators can easily control user permissions, group settings, and access controls. This guide covers all the necessary steps to create and manage groups, set bucket permissions, and review access logs.

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