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How to temporarily disable a user in your organization in Confluence

Here is how to temporarily disable a user in your organization in confluence

  1. First click on the "Switch sites or apps" button in the top left corner
  2. Next select "Administration" in the dropdown menu
  3. In the administration sidebar, click on "Directory"
  4. Select "Users" from the directory submenu
  5. Locate the user you want to suspend
  6. Then, click on the three dots in the Actions column
  7. Finally, click on "Suspend access" from the dropdown menu

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Why should you temporarily disable a user in your organization in Confluence

Confluence is a dynamic collaboration platform ideal for sharing and managing knowledge within teams.

One beneficial feature is the ability to temporarily disable a user in your organization.

This feature provides the flexibility to manage user access without permanently removing anyone, which is crucial during restructuring or prolonged absences.

By temporarily disabling a user, you maintain security and control while ensuring that resources remain available when needed.

Last update
July 14, 2026
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