How to Give Access to SharePoint Sites
- George Apostolov
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How to Give Access to SharePoint Sites: step-by-step guide
Inside your SharePoint site, head over to the top-right corner and click the 'Settings' icon.
Select 'Site Permissions' from the list of options.
Tap 'Add Members' to proceed.
Tap 'Add Members' and then choose 'Add Members to Group'.
Click 'Add Members' one more time to proceed.
Click the 'Add Members' input field and type the name of the user to whom you wish to give access.
Finally, click 'Save' to apply the changes and give access to the newly added members.
Quick answer: To share SharePoint sites, open the Settings menu, select Site Permissions, and click Add Members. Next, choose Add Members to Group, enter the user's name in the input field, and click Save to apply the changes and grant access.
About this SharePoint tutorial
Grant user access to SharePoint sites by managing site permissions and adding new members to the group. This guide shows how to give Access to SharePoint Sites in 7 steps, starting with "Inside your SharePoint site, head over to the top-right corner and click the 'Settings'..." and finishing with "Finally, click 'Save' to apply the changes and give access to the newly added members". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real SharePoint interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to give Access to SharePoint Sites?
7 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your SharePoint data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under SharePoint. Related guides: How to Integrate Adobe Acrobat with SharePoint, Canva sharepoint integration and How to Integrate Jira with a SharePoint List. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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