Managing Google Workspace effectively often requires having administrator accounts for various purposes. Here’s how you can create a super admin account without using a paid license.

Prerequisites

Before starting, ensure you have super administrator access to your Google Workspace account.

Overview

To create a non-paying super admin account, you’ll need to:

1. Disable automatic licensing
2. Add a Google Identity Free subscription
3. Create a new user without a Google Workspace license
4. Grant administrator privileges
5. Secure the account

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Turn Off Automatic Licensing

1. Access the Google Admin console
2. Navigate to Billing > Subscriptions > License Settings > Manage licensing settings
3. Uncheck the auto-assign setting for licenses
4. Save your changes

2. Create New User Account

1. Sign in with your super administrator credentials
2. Go to Directory > Users
3. Create a new user without assigning a Google Workspace license

3. Grant Super Admin Privileges

1. Locate the newly created user and click their name
2. Select “Admin roles and privileges”
3. Find the Super Admin role
4. Enable the role by clicking the slider until it shows “Assigned”
5. Save your changes

Additional Notes

You can also assign other prebuilt administrator roles to users based on their responsibilities and your organization’s needs.

Security Reminder

Remember to properly secure this account since it has extensive administrative privileges. Implement strong authentication measures and regularly review access patterns.