# Removing or Suspending Users

Org Administrators can **suspend** (temporarily disable) or **delete** (permanently remove) users when team membership changes.\
Suspension preserves the account record so you can reactivate it later; deletion erases the account and audit trail forever.

> **Tip:** Always suspend first if you think the user might return—reactivation is one click, while deletion requires recreating the account from scratch.

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## Suspend or Delete a User

1. Sign in with an **administrator** account.
2. Navigate to **Admin › Users**.
3. Locate the user you want to modify.

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4. **Delete User** – click the trash-can icon to erase the account permanently.
5. **Suspend / Activate** – click **Activate/De-activate** to toggle the account’s status.

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6. Confirm the action by clicking **OK** in the dialog.

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### What Happens Next?

| Action      | Result                                                                                              | Can Be Reversed?                                    |
| ----------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------- |
| **Suspend** | User cannot log in; data and permissions remain intact.                                             | **Yes** – click **Activate** to restore access.     |
| **Delete**  | User account is removed from ARM; historical records remain in audit logs but cannot be reassigned. | **No** – must create a new account if needed again. |

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### Best Practices

* **Suspend first** if unsure—reactivation is easier than re-creating roles, labels, and permissions.
* **Reassign approvals** or scheduled tasks before deleting a user to avoid orphaned work.
* Periodically review **Admin › Users** for suspended accounts you can delete to stay within license limits.