GoHighLevel WordPress Single Sign-On Admin Setup

This step-by-step guide explains how to configure WordPress Single Sign-On (SSO) for an admin user using GoHighLevel. If you are migrating from systems like ClickUp or other platforms and want smoother access control, this tutorial will show you how to connect your GoHighLevel account with a WordPress site so you can log in seamlessly as a WordPress administrator.

Follow the instructions below carefully to set up and manage the integration, verify the connection, and troubleshoot common issues.

What You Need Before Enabling GoHighLevel WordPress SSO

Before you can use GoHighLevel to log in to WordPress as an admin, you must have a few technical pieces in place. Make sure these requirements are satisfied so the integration works properly.

• An active GoHighLevel account with access to the Agency or Location where you will configure the plugin.
• A WordPress site where you have administrator access.
• Ability to install and activate plugins on your WordPress site.
• Correct WordPress URL added to your location settings inside GoHighLevel.

Once these items are ready, you can move on to installing and configuring the WordPress plugin for GoHighLevel SSO.

Step 1: Install the WordPress Plugin for GoHighLevel

The first step in setting up WordPress Single Sign-On is to install and activate the official GoHighLevel plugin on your WordPress site.

1. Log in to your WordPress admin dashboard.
2. In the left-hand menu, click on Plugins > Add New.
3. Use the search bar to look for the official plugin that connects WordPress with GoHighLevel Single Sign-On.
4. Click Install Now and then click Activate once the installation is complete.

After activation, you should see a new settings area for the GoHighLevel connection inside your WordPress admin panel.

Step 2: Configure GoHighLevel Settings in WordPress

When the plugin is active, you need to add the details that connect your WordPress site to the correct location inside GoHighLevel.

1. In WordPress, go to the settings page created by the GoHighLevel integration plugin.
2. Locate the fields that request your connection data (such as Location ID, URL, or other configuration identifiers provided in your GoHighLevel account).
3. Copy the relevant values from your GoHighLevel location settings and paste them into the corresponding fields in WordPress.
4. Click Save or Update to store the configuration.

Make sure the values you enter here exactly match the data from your GoHighLevel dashboard to avoid connection errors.

Step 3: Set the Correct WordPress URL in GoHighLevel

To complete the link between your site and your CRM, you must specify the correct WordPress URL inside your GoHighLevel location configuration.

1. Log in to your GoHighLevel account.
2. Navigate to the appropriate Location where the WordPress integration will be used.
3. Locate the section where a WordPress URL can be added or edited.
4. Enter the full WordPress site address (including https:// if applicable). Make sure there are no typos.
5. Save the location settings.

If the URL inside GoHighLevel does not match the actual domain of your WordPress site, the Single Sign-On process will fail or redirect incorrectly.

Step 4: Use GoHighLevel to Log In as a WordPress Admin

When the configuration is correct, you can use GoHighLevel to log in to your WordPress site as an administrator without manually entering the WordPress credentials.

1. Open your GoHighLevel dashboard and go to the configured location.
2. Look for the WordPress Single Sign-On control or link associated with that location.
3. Click the option that signs you in to WordPress.
4. You should be redirected to your WordPress admin area and automatically logged in as an administrator.

This flow removes the need to remember an additional password and keeps access centralized inside GoHighLevel.

Troubleshooting GoHighLevel WordPress Single Sign-On

If the Single Sign-On does not work as expected, review the most common configuration issues before opening a support ticket.

Check GoHighLevel Location and URL Settings

• Confirm that the WordPress URL saved in your GoHighLevel location is exactly the same as your live WordPress domain.
• Verify that you are testing SSO from the correct location, especially if you manage multiple locations inside GoHighLevel.

Confirm WordPress Plugin Status

• Ensure the GoHighLevel integration plugin is installed and activated.
• Deactivate caching or security plugins temporarily to rule out conflicts with the Single Sign-On redirect.

Verify Admin User Access

• Make sure you have a valid administrator account available for the connection in WordPress.
• If you changed admin usernames or roles, update any related mapping in the GoHighLevel plugin configuration.

Managing Admin Access with GoHighLevel

Once SSO is stable, you can use GoHighLevel as the central place to control who has access to your WordPress admin area.

• Limit SSO access to trusted team members by controlling their permissions inside GoHighLevel.
• Remove access quickly by adjusting user permissions in the CRM instead of changing WordPress passwords.
• Use the integration as part of a broader security and access-control strategy across your systems.

Where to Get More Help on GoHighLevel SSO

If you need more detail about specific fields or error messages, you can review the official documentation and support resources.

• Official help article for WordPress Single Sign-On Admin: GoHighLevel WordPress SSO Admin guide
• For broader strategy and consulting on funnels, CRM, and marketing operations around GoHighLevel, you can learn more at Consultevo.

By following the steps above and validating each configuration point, you can reliably connect your WordPress site and streamline admin login using GoHighLevel Single Sign-On.

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