Managing Google Workspace effectively often requires having administrator accounts for various purposes. Creating a non-paying super admin Google Workspace account can save costs while maintaining full administrative control. Here’s how you can set up this configuration without using a paid license.
Prerequisites
Before starting, ensure you have super administrator access to your Google Workspace account. If you need assistance with Google Workspace management, check out our professional Google Workspace services.
Overview of Creating a Non-Paying Admin
To create a non-paying super admin account in Google Workspace, you’ll need to:
- Disable automatic licensing
- Add a Google Identity Free subscription
- Create a new user without a Google Workspace license
- Grant administrator privileges
- Secure the account
Step-by-Step Instructions for Non-Paying Super Admin Setup
1. Turn Off Automatic Licensing for Your Workspace
- Access the Google Admin console
- Navigate to Billing > Subscriptions > License Settings > Manage licensing settings
- Uncheck the auto-assign setting for licenses
- Save your changes
2. Create New User Account Without a License
- Sign in with your super administrator credentials
- Go to Directory > Users
- Create a new user without assigning a Google Workspace license
3. Grant Super Admin Privileges to Non-Paying Account
- Locate the newly created user and click their name
- Select “Admin roles and privileges”
- Find the Super Admin role
- Enable the role by clicking the slider until it shows “Assigned”
- Save your changes
Additional Notes on Workspace Administration
You can also assign other prebuilt administrator roles to users based on their responsibilities and your organization’s needs. This approach helps optimize your Google Workspace licensing costs.
Security Reminder for Super Admin Accounts
Remember to properly secure this non-paying super admin account since it has extensive administrative privileges. Implement strong authentication measures and regularly review access patterns. For additional assistance with Google Workspace security, contact our team for a consultation.
Related Google Workspace Resources
For more information, refer to Google’s official documentation on admin roles.