How do I prevent residents from sending emails to all users?

How to Restrict Community-Wide Messaging

1. Log into your site with an Administrator account.
2. Select Administer Site from the main navigation menu.
3. In the left-hand sidebar, click on Modules and then select Messaging.
4. Click the Settings button located within the Messaging dashboard.
5. Locate the setting labeled "Allow Member-to-Everyone Messages" and set it to No.
6. Click Save to apply these changes immediately.

Why Restrict Messaging Permissions?

• Maintain Communication Standards: By disabling this feature, you ensure that only authorized Administrators or Editors can broadcast announcements to the entire community, preventing potential spam or unofficial news.
• Targeted Outreach: Administrators still retain the ability to communicate effectively by sending email updates to specific Custom Groups or individual residents as needed.

Strategic Admin Insight

While general members may be restricted from sending mass emails, they can still utilize other interactive features like Discussion Groups or Photo Galleries to engage with their neighbors in a moderated environment. For advanced management, consider creating Custom Groups to delegate messaging tasks to committee chairs without granting full site administrative access.