Frequently Asked Questions

Below are answer to some frequently asked questions regarding role-based access control. If you see something that isn't answered, write us at support@lilt.com!

Is it possible to force assign people such that they do not need to accept?

No, currently assigness must accept or reject assignment.

Can a project's ownership be changed once it has been created?

No. However, if the project was created with create permissions for Projects, the primary owner is the organization, not the user. That means that if the user that created the project is removed from the organization, the organization still has full control over the project while the user does not.

Are projects created by Translators or Reviewers private?

Yes, projects created by Translators or Reviewers are effectively private, as no-one else, including admins, can see them.

Is self-organization possible in the permissions model?

The permissions model is top-down; i.e., there is no self-organization.

Can administrators see all projects?

No, administrators cannot see projects created by users without creating permissions for projects.

Does the API support user and role management?

No, there is currently no API support for user and role management; this is only available in the UI. However, don't hesitate to write us if this is a feature you need!

Can assignment be performed at the project rather than document level?

No, assignments are document level. However, it is possible to batch add all documents at once by selecting the “Select all” and then clicking on Assign in the document list view.