Salesforce DictionarySalesforce DictionaryIndividual permission bundle vs collection of bundles
A Permission Set is a collection of settings and permissions that grant users access to specific tools, objects, fields, and features without changing their Profile. Permission Sets are additive, meaning they extend what a user can do on top of their base Profile permissions. They are a best practice for managing access in Salesforce.
A Permission Set Group bundles multiple Permission Sets together into a single assignable unit, simplifying access management for users who need a combination of permissions. Administrators can also add Muting Permission Sets within a group to suppress specific permissions, providing fine-grained control over the aggregate set of access.
| Dimension | Permission Set | Permission Set Group |
|---|---|---|
| Granularity | Single set of permissions | Combines multiple Permission Sets |
| Assignment | Assigned directly to users | Assigned to users — grants all included sets |
| Management | Manage individual permissions | Manage groups of Permission Sets together |
| Muting | No built-in muting | Supports Muting Permission Sets to revoke specific permissions |
| Use Case | Fine-grained permission grants | Role-based permission bundles for easier assignment |
When granting specific, granular permissions to individual users.
When bundling multiple Permission Sets into role-based packages.
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