iTunes Connect is a platform that allows you to manage various aspects of your Apple Books account, including publishing, sales, and user management. If you need to collaborate with others on your iTunes Connect account, you can invite them as users. This article will guide you through the process of inviting someone to iTunes Connect.

Requirements

Before you can invite someone to iTunes Connect, you need to ensure that you meet the following requirements:

1. Apple ID: You must have an Apple ID to access iTunes Connect.
2. Access to iTunes Connect: You should have the necessary access rights to invite new users to your account.

Understanding User Roles in iTunes Connect

In iTunes Connect, users are assigned different roles, each with specific permissions and access to features. It’s important to understand these roles before inviting someone to your account. The following are the main user roles in iTunes Connect:

1. Admin: The Admin role has access to all features of iTunes Connect. Admins can invite new users, view and download legal agreements, and perform various administrative tasks.
2. Legal: The Legal role is assigned to the person who signed up for the iTunes Connect account. This role is responsible for entering into legal agreements with Apple. Additional users can be assigned the Legal role by Admins. However, the person who signed up for the account cannot assign the Legal role to themselves.
3. Finance: The Finance role manages financial information, including downloading reports and uploading tax forms.
4. Sales: The Sales role is responsible for analyzing sales and downloads. Users with this role can also download promo codes.
5. Technical: The Technical role can manage all aspects of a book, such as pricing, metadata, delivery, and tickets.
6. Read Only: The Read Only role can view book and ticket details but cannot make any changes.

Inviting Someone to iTunes Connect

To invite someone to iTunes Connect, follow these steps:

1. Log in to iTunes Connect using your Apple ID and navigate to the Users and Roles section.
2. Look for the plus sign (+) next to the number of users displayed at the top left corner of the page. Click on it.
3. Enter the invited user’s first name, last name, and email address in the provided fields.
4. Click “Next” to proceed.
5. Select the appropriate access level for the user by assigning one or more roles to them.
6. Proceed to the next step and choose the notifications the user should receive, specifying the type and territory.
7. Finally, click “Save” to complete the invitation process.

Activation and Account Setup

Once the invitation is sent, the invited user will receive an email with a link to activate their iTunes Connect account. They will be prompted to follow the link and set up their account, including creating a password and providing any necessary information.

Managing Users in iTunes Connect

As an Admin in iTunes Connect, you have additional capabilities to manage users. You can edit the roles and notifications for existing users but cannot modify their names or email addresses. You can also delete users if necessary.

To edit user roles and notifications or delete a user, follow these steps:

1. Log in to iTunes Connect and go to the Users and Roles section.
2. Select the user’s Apple ID.
3. Make the necessary edits in the Roles or Notifications tabs.
4. Click “Save” to save your changes.

If you wish to delete a user, click on “Delete User” next to their Apple ID. Confirm your decision to delete the user and associated data.

Conclusion

Inviting someone to iTunes Connect allows you to collaborate with others on your Apple Books account. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can easily invite users, assign appropriate roles, and manage user permissions within iTunes Connect.

Sources:

• Apple Support. “Add a member to a Family Sharing group on iPhone.” Retrieved from https://support.apple.com/guide/iphone/add-family-sharing-members-iph8f958ab3f/ios
• Apple Support. “Set up Family Sharing.” Retrieved from https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201088
• Apple Books Partner Support. “Users and roles.” Retrieved from https://itunespartner.apple.com/books/support/2-users-roles

FAQs

How to Invite Someone to iTunes Connect

Introduction

iTunes Connect is a platform that allows you to manage various aspects of your Apple Books account, including publishing, sales, and user management. If you need to collaborate with others on your iTunes Connect account, you can invite them as users. This article will guide you through the process of inviting someone to iTunes Connect.

Requirements

Before you can invite someone to iTunes Connect, you need to ensure that you meet the following requirements:

1. Apple ID: You must have an Apple ID to access iTunes Connect.
2. Access to iTunes Connect: You should have the necessary access rights to invite new users to your account.

Understanding User Roles in iTunes Connect

In iTunes Connect, users are assigned different roles, each with specific permissions and access to features. It’s important to understand these roles before inviting someone to your account. The following are the main user roles in iTunes Connect:

1. Admin: The Admin role has access to all features of iTunes Connect.
2. Legal: The Legal role is responsible for entering into legal agreements with Apple.
3. Finance: The Finance role manages financial information, including downloading reports and uploading tax forms.
4. Sales: The Sales role is responsible for analyzing sales and downloads.
5. Technical: The Technical role can manage all aspects of a book, such as pricing, metadata, delivery, and tickets.
6. Read Only: The Read Only role can view book and ticket details but cannot make any changes.

Inviting Someone to iTunes Connect

To invite someone to iTunes Connect, follow these steps:

1. Log in to iTunes Connect using your Apple ID and navigate to the Users and Roles section.
2. Click on the plus sign (+) next to the number of users displayed at the top left corner of the page.
3. Enter the invited user’s first name, last name, and email address in the provided fields.
4. Select the appropriate access level for the user by assigning one or more roles to them.
5. Choose the notifications the user should receive, specifying the type and territory.
6. Save the invitation to complete the process.

Can I invite someone to iTunes Connect without an Apple ID?

No, both you and the person you want to invite must have Apple IDs to use iTunes Connect.

What if I don’t have access to iTunes Connect?

To invite someone to iTunes Connect, you need to have the necessary access rights. Contact the account owner or an Admin user to grant you access.

Can I assign multiple roles to a user?

Yes, you can assign one or more roles to a user based on their responsibilities and the level of access they require.

How does the invited user activate their iTunes Connect account?

The invited user will receive an email with a link to activate their iTunes Connect account. They will need to follow the link and set up their account, including creating a password.

Can I edit the roles and notifications for existing users?

As an Admin in iTunes Connect, you have the ability to edit the roles and notifications for existing users. However, you cannot modify their names or email addresses.

How can I delete a user from iTunes Connect?

As an Admin user, you can delete a user by selecting their Apple ID in the Users and Roles section and clicking “Delete User.” Confirm your decision to delete the user and associated data.

Conclusion

Inviting someone to iTunes Connect allows you to collaborate with others on your Apple Books account. By following the steps outlined in this article and understanding the different user roles, you can easily invite users, assign appropriate roles, and manage user permissions within iTunes Connect.