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Setting up admin controls on importing and transferring content


Admin controls are an essential feature in Canva that let you control who can import or transfer content in your team. This helps keep designs organized and secure. By setting up these controls, you can make sure only the right people can access sensitive content. It helps avoid accidental changes or sharing and keeps your team’s work intact.

Before you set up admin controls, ensure you meet the following requirements:

  • You need to be an admin in your Canva team.
  • Your team must be on Canva Pro, Canva Education, Canva Enterprise, or Canva for Nonprofits.
  • You’ll also need a stable internet connection to complete the setup.

How to set up admin controls for importing and transferring content:

Step 1: Access your team settings
  1. Log in to Canva with your admin account.
  2. From the homepage, select your team name in the side panel. Then select
    Settings.
Step 2: Set admin controls
  1. In the
    Settings menu, go to Admin controls to manage permissions.
  2. Under Content import, choose who can import designs and elements: Only admins or All team members.
  3. Under Content transfer, choose who can transfer designs within or outside the team: Only admins or All team members.
Step 3: Save changes
  1. Review your settings to make sure they match your team’s needs.
  2. Select Save to apply your changes.
Best Practices for Managing Admin Controls
  • Review permissions regularly: Check who can import or transfer content to make sure only the right people have access.
  • Keep your team in the loop: Let everyone know when permissions change so your workflow stays smooth.

Setting up admin controls helps protect your team’s designs and keeps your workflow organized.

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