How to Create a Usergroup in AWS

Introduction

Groups in Amazon Web Services (AWS) are used to manage permissions for multiple users collectively. By assigning permissions to a group, you can ensure consistent access control and streamline the management of user roles. This article will walk you through the process of creating a group in AWS.

What is an AWS Group?

An AWS Group is a collection of IAM users that share the same set of permissions. Instead of assigning permissions to individual users, you can assign them to a group, making permission management more efficient and organized.

Steps to Create a Group in AWS

Step 1. Log in to the AWS Management Console.

1. Navigate to AWS Management Console.
2. Log in using an account with administrative privileges.

Step 2. Open the IAM Console.

1. In the AWS Management Console, type IAM in the search bar.
   
2. Select IAM from the search results to open the Identity and Access Management dashboard.
   

Step 3. Navigate to Groups.

In the IAM dashboard, click on Groups in the left-hand navigation menu.

Step 4. Create a Group.

Click on the Create group button.

Step 5. Configure Group Details.

1. Group Name: Enter a unique name for your group. Use a descriptive name to easily identify the purpose of the group.

2. Attach Permissions: Select the policies you want to attach to the group. AWS provides predefined policies, such as.

• AdministratorAccess: Full access to all AWS resources.
• ReadOnlyAccess: View-only access to AWS resources.
• Custom Policies: You can also attach custom policies created to meet specific needs.
  

Step 6. Add Users to the Group (Optional).

1. Select the IAM users you want to add to the group.
   
2. Adding users to the group during its creation is optional. You can always add or remove users later after the group is created.
   

Step 7. Review and Create the Group.

1. Review the group details, including the name, permissions, and assigned users.
2. If everything is correct, click Create Group.
   

Conclusion

Creating a group in AWS simplifies the management of user permissions, allowing you to efficiently control access to AWS resources. By following the steps outlined above and adhering to best practices, you can maintain a secure and well-organized AWS environment. Groups provide a scalable solution for managing permissions, especially in environments with multiple users.