What is a User Profile and what can I do with it?

Updated: 05/22/2024

Question

What is a user profile and what can I do with it?

Applies To

  • 8x8 Admin Console
  • User Profiles 

Answer

The User Profile is the page where phone extensions and privileges are assigned that enable you to use 8x8 phone services. Required User Profile fields include nameusername, and email address. Password reset notifications are sent via email, so it’s important to keep email addresses current.
It is imperative that each extension in your system is joined to a single, unique User Profile.

View User Profiles

  1. Log in to 8x8 Admin Console.
  2. Click Users.
  3. You will be taken to the Users screen where you can view all the User Profiles.

Edit a User Profile

  1. Log in to 8x8 Admin Console.
  2. Click Users.
  3. Click Edit (pencil icon) next to the user you would like to edit.
  4. Make your desired changes.
  5. Click Save.