How to Make Community Groups Private in GoHighLevel

If you use ClickUp for project tracking and rely on GoHighLevel for client communication, keeping certain member spaces private is essential. This guide explains how to turn a public community group into a private group inside GoHighLevel so only approved people can see posts, events, and discussions.

The instructions below are based on the official documentation and walk you through, step by step, how to update a group's privacy setting in your communities area.

Why Make Groups Private in GoHighLevel Communities?

In GoHighLevel communities, privacy controls help you separate open discussion spaces from exclusive or sensitive areas. Making a group private is useful when you want to:

• Share premium or paid content with members only
• Host internal team conversations away from public groups
• Limit access to training material, events, or coaching sessions
• Control who can see member lists and group activity

By adjusting a simple setting on the group, you can switch from public to private access in just a few clicks.

Before You Edit Group Privacy in GoHighLevel

Before changing any community group to private in GoHighLevel, confirm the following:

• You have access to the sub-account where the community lives.
• You can open the Communities area from the left-side navigation.
• The group you want to edit already exists in the community.

Once those pieces are in place, you can update the group privacy setting directly from the group list.

Step-by-Step: Make a Group Private in GoHighLevel

Follow these steps to turn a public group into a private group inside your GoHighLevel community.

Step 1: Open the Communities Section in GoHighLevel

1. Log in to your GoHighLevel account.
2. From the left-hand menu, click Communities.
3. Inside Communities, open the specific community where your group is located.

This will display all groups associated with that community so you can choose the one to adjust.

Step 2: Locate the Group You Want to Make Private

1. In the community view, go to the Groups tab or list.
2. Scroll through the list of groups or use search filters if available.
3. Find the group whose privacy setting you want to change.

Each group entry typically shows the group name and an option to edit or open additional settings.

Step 3: Open Group Settings in GoHighLevel

1. Click on the group you want to edit to open its details.
2. Look for a Settings or Edit option for that group.
3. Open the group settings panel where you can manage privacy and other details.

Inside group settings, you will find options related to how members join and who can see the group.

Step 4: Change the Group Privacy to Private

1. In the group settings, locate the Privacy or Group Type option.
2. Check the current status. If it is set to Public, click the dropdown or toggle.
3. Select Private from the available options.
4. Save or update the settings to apply the change.

After you save, the group will be treated as a private group in your GoHighLevel community.

What Happens When a Group Is Private in GoHighLevel?

Once you switch a group to private in GoHighLevel, several aspects of visibility and access change:

• Only members who have been approved can see posts and discussions.
• Non-members cannot access group content from the community.
• The group may still appear in a list, but its content remains hidden unless a user joins.
• Joining the group may require admin approval, depending on your group configuration.

This structure lets you maintain tighter control over who participates and what they can view.

Managing Members in Private GoHighLevel Groups

After making a group private, you should review how members are added or approved in GoHighLevel:

• Decide whether users can request to join the group.
• Assign admins or moderators who can approve or remove members.
• Periodically audit the member list to ensure only the right people have access.

Clear membership rules help keep your private communities organized and aligned with your business goals.

Best Practices for Private Communities in GoHighLevel

To get the most value from private groups inside GoHighLevel, consider these practices:

• Define the purpose clearly: Add a description so members know what the group is for.
• Set posting rules: Outline what content is allowed and how often members can post.
• Use events and resources: Share private events, recordings, or documents only with group members.
• Review privacy regularly: Confirm that groups that should remain private still are, and adjust as your programs evolve.

Troubleshooting Privacy Settings in GoHighLevel

If you have trouble changing a group to private in GoHighLevel, check the following:

• Permission level: Make sure you are an admin or have rights to edit community groups.
• Correct community: Confirm you are editing the group in the right sub-account and community.
• Saved changes: After switching to private, confirm that you clicked Save or Update.

When issues persist, review the original documentation at this GoHighLevel support article or contact platform support for additional help.

Additional Resources for Optimizing GoHighLevel

Private groups are just one part of running a well-organized community in GoHighLevel. You can combine communities, automations, and funnels to deliver a complete client experience. For strategy, implementation, and optimization help around GoHighLevel setups, you can explore resources and consulting services from Consultevo.

By carefully configuring your community groups and applying the right privacy settings, you can protect member content, structure your programs, and improve the overall experience inside GoHighLevel.

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