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Changing an Agent's Role in Zendesk

Find out how administrators can change an agent's role in Zendesk to suit team needs.

How do I change an agent's role in Zendesk?

Changing an agent's role in Zendesk is a task for administrators.

In the Admin Center, go to People, then Team, and select the agent whose role you want to change. You can promote or demote their role based on their responsibilities. This flexibility allows you to adapt to changing team dynamics and ensure that agents have the appropriate permissions.


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