{"id":89845,"date":"2024-10-17T09:43:48","date_gmt":"2024-10-17T09:43:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/?p=89845"},"modified":"2025-01-31T07:12:46","modified_gmt":"2025-01-31T07:12:46","slug":"create-temporary-login-for-wordpress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/create-temporary-login-for-wordpress\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Create a Temporary Login for WordPress\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-key-highlights\">Key highlights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Secure temporary access<\/strong>: Ideal for granting secure, temporary website access to collaborators without creating permanent accounts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flexible setup options<\/strong>: Offers methods to create temporary logins via the dashboard, code, or plugins, tailored to user comfort with technology.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Varied use cases<\/strong>: Beneficial for freelancers, co-writers, training sessions, and client reviews, providing necessary access without permanent commitments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Plugin convenience<\/strong>: Emphasizes the simplicity of using plugins to create and manage temporary logins without needing to share passwords.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Enhanced security<\/strong>: Automatically expiring logins prevent unused account buildup and enhance overall site security.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-introduction\">Introduction<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Creating a temporary login for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/wordpress\/wordpress-hosting\">WordPress<\/a> provides temporary access to your website without needing permanent accounts. This solution is perfect when collaborating with freelancers, developers, or clients. It improves security by limiting access for a set time and avoids the hassle of managing permanent accounts for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wordpress-user-roles-and-permissions\/\">WordPress user<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this detailed guide, you will learn how to set up a temporary login link that expires automatically. This process can enhance your site\u2019s security while streamlining user access.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-should-you-create-a-temporary-login-for-wordpress-nbsp\">Why should you create a temporary login for WordPress?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes, you need to give someone temporary access to your WordPress website, such as a freelancer working on a project or a developer fixing issues. In these cases, creating a temporary login account is the perfect solution. It&#8217;s simple and secure and eliminates the hassle of managing accounts in the long term. Let\u2019s explore the key benefits of providing temporary access using temporary logins:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-for-security-purposes-nbsp\">For security purposes&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Unused accounts can become a security threat on your WordPress site. Temporary users automatically expire, reducing this risk. When you provide temporary access, the account expires at a specified time, eliminating the need to delete it manually. Temporary account offers a secure way to manage short-term access without lingering threats.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-convenience-to-use-nbsp\">Convenience to use&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re working with freelancers or developers, it\u2019s much easier to set up a temporary account than to create and delete a permanent one. It\u2019s quick and easy to give new user access for just the time they need it. You can revoke access to their login to maintain security when their work is done.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-save-time-amp-effort-nbsp\">Save time &amp; effort&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Using a temporary user login without a password saves you the time and effort required for long-term account management. Creating and deleting user accounts for every freelancer or collaborator can be time-consuming. To make temporary user accounts, you only need to set the expiration date once. Plus, you can create unlimited temporary logins if you frequently work with multiple collaborators.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-prevents-unused-accounts-nbsp\">Prevents unused accounts&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you create temporary logins, they automatically disappear after the set expiration date, keeping your user management area clean and clutter-free. Permanent user accounts can accumulate and make your WordPress dashboard harder to manage, primarily if you work with many temporary users.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-no-password-required\">No password required<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sharing passwords with multiple users can be a hassle. Using a login without password plugin eliminates the need to share passwords. Instead, you create a temporary login link that users can access without entering any password. The password plugin ensures temporary users can log in securely and only for a set period.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-when-you-may-need-a-temporary-login-for-wordpress-nbsp\">When you may need a temporary login for WordPress&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Temporary user logins are helpful in a variety of scenarios. Here are some everyday situations where creating a temporary login might be the best option:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-hiring-freelancers-amp-developers-nbsp\">Hiring freelancers &amp; developers&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you hire a freelancer or developer to work on your website, you should provide them with something other than permanent access. A temporary login allows them to access the necessary parts of your site without requiring you to create users with permanent credentials that need to be managed later. Once their task is completed, you can quickly delete the login.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-collaboration-with-co-writers-nbsp\">Collaboration with co-writers&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you run a blog or website that features guest posts, temporary logins make it easy to give writers access to submit their posts. After publishing the content, their access can automatically expire, keeping your WordPress installation secure while allowing collaboration. You can also manually delete it if necessary.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-for-training-purposes-nbsp\">For training purposes&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re training someone to use WordPress or conducting a workshop, creating temporary logins for trainees can help them practice without giving them permanent access to your WordPress site.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-client-access-for-agencies\">Client access for agencies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As an agency, give your clients temporary user access to their new WordPress website so they can review the changes and provide feedback. Instead of creating a permanent account for them, you can set up a temporary login. Once the client is satisfied, their temporary login expires, ensuring they don\u2019t retain access to areas they don\u2019t need.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/partnerprogram\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"406\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Bluehost-1-1-1024x406.png\" alt=\"Bluehost agency program\" class=\"wp-image-89904\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Bluehost-1-1-1024x406.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Bluehost-1-1-300x119.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Bluehost-1-1-768x304.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Bluehost-1-1-24x10.png 24w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Bluehost-1-1-36x14.png 36w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Bluehost-1-1-48x19.png 48w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-create-a-temporary-login-using-a-wordpress-dashboard-nbsp\">How to create a temporary login using a WordPress dashboard&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the easiest ways to create a WordPress user is through the dashboard, without needing any password plugins or code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-log-in-to-your-wordpress-dashboard-nbsp\">1. Log in to your WordPress dashboard&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Navigate to <em>Users<\/em> &gt; <em>All Users<\/em>. You\u2019ll see a list of all users, including their usernames, names, and email addresses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-click-add-new-nbsp\">2. Click add new&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In the <em>All Users<\/em> section, select the <em>Add New<\/em> button to begin creating a new user.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-fill-in-the-user-information-nbsp\">3. Fill in the user information&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You\u2019ll be prompted to enter a username, email address, first and last name, website (optional), password, and role. The username, email, password, and role are required fields. Optionally, you can check the box to send a notification to the new user.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"815\" height=\"734\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/add-user-info.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-89846\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/add-user-info.png 815w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/add-user-info-300x270.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/add-user-info-768x692.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/add-user-info-24x22.png 24w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/add-user-info-36x32.png 36w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/add-user-info-48x43.png 48w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-select-the-appropriate-role-nbsp\">4. Select the appropriate role&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Assign the correct role based on what the user will need to do on your site. For example, choose <em>Editor<\/em> for someone managing content or <em>Subscriber<\/em> for someone with minimal access.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"462\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/role-1024x462.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-89851\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/role-1024x462.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/role-300x135.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/role-768x346.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/role-24x11.png 24w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/role-36x16.png 36w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/role-48x22.png 48w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-click-add-new-user-nbsp\">5. Click add new user&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Once all the necessary information is entered, press the <em>Add New User<\/em> button to finalize the process.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/add-new-user-1024x633.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-89855\" style=\"width:747px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/add-new-user-1024x633.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/add-new-user-300x185.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/add-new-user-768x475.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/add-new-user-24x15.png 24w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/add-new-user-36x22.png 36w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/add-new-user-48x30.png 48w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This method allows you to create permanent users. To remove access in the future, you\u2019ll need to manually delete the account for security reasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-create-a-temporary-login-using-programmatically-nbsp-nbsp\">How to create a temporary login using programmatically&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;Here\u2019s a step-by-step guide to creating WordPress users programmatically with code:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-backup-and-use-a-child-theme-nbsp-nbsp\">1. Backup and use a child theme:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Before editing the theme\u2019s functions.php file, make sure to:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Generate a complete website backup.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/working-with-child-themes-in-wordpress\/\">child theme<\/a> to avoid losing changes during theme updates.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you don\u2019t have a child theme, follow a guide to create one or use a child theme plugin.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-use-the-wp-create-user-function-nbsp-nbsp\">2. Use the wp_create_user() function:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Example Code:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>(wp_create_user( 'newuser', 'strongpassword', 'new.user@example.com');&nbsp;<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>Replace &#8216;newuser&#8217; with your preferred username, &#8216;strongpassword&#8217; with the user\u2019s password, and &#8216;new.user@example.com&#8217; with the user\u2019s email.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-add-the-code-nbsp-nbsp\">3. Add the code:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can add the code in two ways:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paste it directly into your child theme\u2019s functions.php file.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use a plugin like <em>Code Snippets<\/em> to manage custom code easily.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-using-the-code-snippets-plugin-recommended-nbsp-nbsp\">4. Using the code snippets plugin (recommended):&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Install and activate the plugin.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go to Snippets &gt; Add New Snippet.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paste the user creation code.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Save and activate the snippet.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/code-plugin-1024x640.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-89859\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/code-plugin-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/code-plugin-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/code-plugin-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/code-plugin-24x15.png 24w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/code-plugin-36x23.png 36w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/code-plugin-48x30.png 48w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-create-a-temporary-wordpress-login-using-a-plugin-nbsp-nbsp-nbsp\">How to create a temporary WordPress login using a plugin&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;While the easiest way to create a temporary login is through a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/guide-to-wordpress-plugins\/\">WordPress plugin<\/a>, you can manually create one directly from the admin dashboard. Here&#8217;s how you can set up a temporary login:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-log-in-to-your-wordpress-dashboard-nbsp\">Log in to your WordPress dashboard&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Log in to your WordPress as an administrator. Ensure you have the correct permissions to install plugins and manage users and grant admin user access if needed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-go-to-the-plugins-section-nbsp\">Go to the plugins section&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In the WordPress dashboard, navigate to \u201cPlugins\u201d on the left-hand menu and click \u201cAdd New.\u201d&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"493\" height=\"256\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Add-new-plugin.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-89866\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Add-new-plugin.png 493w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Add-new-plugin-300x156.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Add-new-plugin-24x12.png 24w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Add-new-plugin-36x19.png 36w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Add-new-plugin-48x25.png 48w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-search-for-temporary-login-without-password-plugin-nbsp\">Search for \u201ctemporary login without password\u201d plugin&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In the plugin search bar, type \u201cTemporary Login Without Password.\u201d&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once the plugin appears, click \u201cInstall Now\u201d.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After installation, click \u201cActivate\u201d to enable the plugin on your WordPress site.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"777\" height=\"487\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/tempo-login-without-password.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-89870\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/tempo-login-without-password.png 777w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/tempo-login-without-password-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/tempo-login-without-password-768x481.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/tempo-login-without-password-24x15.png 24w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/tempo-login-without-password-36x23.png 36w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/tempo-login-without-password-48x30.png 48w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-go-to-the-temporary-logins-page-nbsp\">Go to the temporary logins page&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Once activated, go to \u201cUsers\u201d &gt; \u201cTemporary Logins\u201d in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wordpress-dashboard-walkthrough\/\">WordPress admin dashboard<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the \u201cTemporary Logins\u201d page, click on the \u201cCreate New\u201d button to create a new temporary login.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"979\" height=\"918\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Temp-login.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-89874\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Temp-login.png 979w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Temp-login-300x281.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Temp-login-768x720.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Temp-login-24x24.png 24w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Temp-login-36x34.png 36w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Temp-login-48x45.png 48w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-enter-user-details-nbsp\">Enter user details&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fill the user\u2019s email address and name. Select the appropriate user role for the temporary user, such as Administrator, Editor or Author, depending on the level of access you want to provider. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"589\" height=\"472\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/roleee.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-89878\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/roleee.png 589w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/roleee-300x240.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/roleee-24x19.png 24w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/roleee-36x29.png 36w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/roleee-48x38.png 48w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-set-an-expiration-date-nbsp-nbsp\">Set an expiration date&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Set an expiration date for the temporary login. This date determines when the user\u2019s access to your site will expire. You can set the access for a few hours, a day, a week or any custom time frame you choose.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"609\" height=\"712\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Set-expiry.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-89882\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Set-expiry.png 609w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Set-expiry-257x300.png 257w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Set-expiry-21x24.png 21w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Set-expiry-31x36.png 31w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Set-expiry-41x48.png 41w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-generate-and-share-the-temporary-login-link-nbsp\">Generate and share the temporary login link&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The plugin will generate a unique temporary login link. 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