# Create a group

> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.oriondata.io/llms.txt)

Create a named group under a client and save it in User Management.

This article explains how to create a new group from the User Management section. You must have the appropriate administrative permissions to complete this process.

**Note:** You must have the appropriate permissions to access User Management. If you do not see this option, contact your platform administrator.

## Steps

1. Select the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top left-hand corner of the screen to open the navigation menu.

![Map view with an arrow pointing to the menu icon in the top left corner](https://docs.oriondata.io/images/portal/users-and-access/creating-a-group/map-view-menu-icon-top-left-corner.png)

1. Click **User Management**, then select **Groups**.

![Main menu with User Management expanded and Groups highlighted](https://docs.oriondata.io/images/portal/users-and-access/creating-a-group/main-menu-user-management-expanded-groups.png)

1. Once the **Groups** page loads, click **+ New Group**.

![Groups page with the New Group button highlighted](https://docs.oriondata.io/images/portal/users-and-access/creating-a-group/groups-page-new-group-button.png)

1. A new row will appear at the top of the groups list. Fill in the following fields:

2. - **Client Name** - Select or enter the client this group belongs to using the drop-down box.
   - **Group Name** - Enter a name for the group.

![New group row with the Client Name dropdown and Group Name field highlighted](https://docs.oriondata.io/images/portal/users-and-access/creating-a-group/new-group-row-client-name-dropdown-group-name-field.png)

1. Click the **Save** icon to save the new group.

![New group row filled in, with the save icon circled](https://docs.oriondata.io/images/portal/users-and-access/creating-a-group/new-group-row-filled-save-icon.png)

## Summary

This article covered how to create a new group in Orion Data using the **User Management** section. Groups are created by entering a client name and group name, then saving the record. Once created, groups can be used to organise users and manage access across the platform.

## Next Steps

- Add users to your newly created group
- Review group permissions and access settings
- Explore how groups interact with device visibility and alarms

## Related articles

- Getting started with User Management in Orion Data
- Inviting users to Orion Data
- Managing user roles and permissions