# Delete custom permission from List Item

Source: [https://docs.virtosoftware.com/docs/virto-workflow-automation-web-part/virto-sharepoint-workflow-activities-kit-sharepoint-2010-workflow-platform/permissions/delete-custom-perms/](https://docs.virtosoftware.com/docs/virto-workflow-automation-web-part/virto-sharepoint-workflow-activities-kit-sharepoint-2010-workflow-platform/permissions/delete-custom-perms/)
Product: Virto Workflow Automation Web Part
Updated: 2026-08-12


This activity deletes specific roles assigned to a user on item, breaking list permission inheritance if necessary.

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## **SharePoint Workflow Designer Phrase**

Delete this level permission on this item to this user.

**Parameters**


| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| this level | Permission level string. Multi permission assignments are supported. Use ‘,’ or ‘;’separator to grant several permission. Example: "Approve, Read, View Only". |
| this item | List item |
| this user | User name. Ex: “user@domain”, “domain\user”. It allows multiple valuesseparated by a semicolon. |