How to Use RLS in Power BI
- George Apostolov
How to Use RLS in Power BI: step-by-step guide
Go to the 'Modeling' tab.
Click 'Manage Roles'.
In the Manage Roles window, click '+ New' under the 'Rule' section.
Give the role a name.
Pick a table you want to filter.
Click 'Switch to DAX editor'.
Type the DAX formula.
Click 'Save' to apply changes.
A confirmation pops up once you have successfully implemented Row-Level Security in Power BI.
Select 'View As' to check your RLS.
Choose a role and select 'OK'.
That's it! You can use the RLS in Power BI by following these steps.
Quick answer: To implement Row-Level Security in Power BI, go to the Modeling tab and click Manage Roles. Add a new role, pick a table to filter, switch to the DAX editor, and enter your formula. Save the changes, then use the View As option to test your configured role.
About this Power BI tutorial
Secure your data models by setting up and testing Row-Level Security filters using the Manage Roles and DAX editor features in Power BI. This guide shows how to use RLS in Power BI in 12 steps, starting with "Go to the 'Modeling' tab" and finishing with "That's it! You can use the RLS in Power BI by following these steps". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Power BI interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to use RLS in Power BI?
12 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 Power BI data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Power BI. Related guides: How to Use Slicers in Power BI, How to View the Power BI Dashboard and How to Visualize Data in Power BI. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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