# Set default permission group

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


This activity allows setting default permission groups (Visitors, Members, Owners) for a SharePoint site.

![Set default permission group workflow activity settings in the SharePoint Workflow Designer](https://img-docs.virtosoftware.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/set_default_permission_group_1.png)

## **SharePoint Workflow Designer Phrase**

Set **this group name** as **Visitor** permission group for **site URL**

**Parameters**


| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| this group name | Name of the SharePoint group. |
| Visitor | - **Visitors** - Default visitor group of the website.; - **Members** - Default group for users with contribute permissions.; - **Owners** - Default owner group of the website. |
| site URL | **Optional**. The URL of the site collection where the permission group is being modified. Default is the current site collection. |