# Change site permissions inheritance

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


This activity stops or restores permission inheritance from the parent site for a specified site.

![Change site permissions inheritance activity to stop or restore inheriting from the parent site in Virto Workflow Designer](https://img-docs.virtosoftware.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/change_site_permissions_inheritance_1.png)

Note: If permissions are already inherited or detached, the action has no effect.

## **SharePoint Workflow Designer Phrase**

Stop inheriting permissions at **site URL**.

**Parameters**


| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Stop inheriting permissions | Stops inheriting permissions and copies the current permissions from the parent site. |
| site URL | **Optional.** The URL of the site. If left empty, the current site URL will be used.; **Example:** `http://mycompany` |