> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.hostelmate.co/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.hostelmate.co/front-desk/access-levels-and-permissions.md). # Access Levels and Permissions Running a hostel is a team effort, but it's important to make sure everyone sees only the tools and information they actually need. Use roles to safely control who can view and edit sensitive information! ## Administrator As an Administrator, you're the boss of the system. You get: * Full access to absolutely all features across the platform. * Total control to manage users and their unique permissions. * The ability to configure core system settings and important policies. ## Front Desk Staff The Front Desk role acts as your day-to-day workhorse. It includes: * Tools to smoothly manage all bookings, check-ins, check-outs, and guest profiles. * Limited access to finances (perfectly adjustable based on what you configure!) ## Useful Tips * Always play it safe: apply the "least-privilege" approach by giving staff *only* the specific tools they need to perform their duties. * Keep things tidy by reviewing and updating roles whenever your team changes. * Remember to pair role settings alongside your audit logs—it gives you amazing oversight into exactly what's happening at your property! --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.hostelmate.co/front-desk/access-levels-and-permissions.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.