By default, players must request to become a member and you approve each one. You can switch to open joining so any player can become a member on their own — then switch back whenever you like. This is controlled by the Limit Access toggle at Settings > Community > Members. (Memberships are a Club plan feature — turn Members on first.)
For how the two options compare side by side, see Choosing Your Member Access Mode.
Let Players Join Freely
- From the sidebar, click Settings.
- Open Community, then Members.
- Turn Limit Access off.
With Limit Access off, any player can make themselves a member for free, right from their profile — no approval needed.
Require Your Approval
Follow the same steps and turn Limit Access on. When it's on:
- Players can't become members on their own — they send you a request.
- You approve or decline each request.
- Existing members aren't affected.
Invitations Always Work
No matter how Limit Access is set, you can invite specific players directly at any time. Inviting someone is not a separate mode. See How to Invite Members to Your Platform.
Which Should I Choose?
| Scenario | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Growing community, open to new members | Turn Limit Access off |
| You want to screen each person first | Turn Limit Access on |
| Private club with a fixed roster | Keep Limit Access on and invite players directly |
| Running a public event | Turn Limit Access off while recruiting, then back on afterward |
💡 Tip: You can flip this toggle whenever you need to — open joining up while you're recruiting, then require approval once your group is full.