> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.getinfinity.app/user-guide/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.getinfinity.app/user-guide/comprehensive-user-guide/7.-user-and-access-management/distribution-lists.md).

# Distribution Lists

A **Distribution List (DL)** in Infinity is a logical collection of users that can be managed collectively. DLs allow administrators to streamline access control, reporting, and notifications for groups of users instead of managing permissions individually.

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### **Key Benefits of DLs**

1. **Assign Permissions to an Entire Group** – Instead of assigning permissions to individual users, you can assign them to a DL, ensuring consistency and efficiency.
2. **Subscribe Groups to Reports & Alerts** – Subscribe an entire DL to **scheduled reports** and **automated alerts**, ensuring all relevant users receive updates.
3. **Manage Charts & Storyboards for a DL** – Assign specific charts and storyboards to a DL to provide access to relevant insights.

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### **Creating a Distribution List**

#### **1. Navigate to DL Management**

1. Click on the **Settings** icon in the left menu.
2. Select **User Management** from the dropdown.
3. Click on the **DL (Distribution Lists)** tab.

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#### **2. Add a New Distribution List**

1. Click the **"Add DL"** button.
2. Enter a **DL Name** and an optional **Description**.

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#### **3. Assign Users to the DL**

1. Click **"Add User"**.
2. Select users who should be part of this DL.

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#### **4. Add Charts & Storyboards**

1. Click **"Add Chart"** to include charts in the DL.
2. Click **"Add Storyboard"** to link relevant storyboards.

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#### **5. Save the Distribution List**

* Click **"Save"** to finalize the DL.
* The new DL will now appear in the list and can be assigned to charts, storyboards, or variables.

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### **Adding a DL to Charts & Storyboards**

Once a DL is created, you can **add it to a chart or storyboard** directly from the sharing page. This allows the entire group to access the content without having to assign permissions individually.

**Steps to Add a DL to a Chart or Storyboard:**

1. Open the **Chart or Storyboard**.
2. Navigate to the **Sharing Settings**.
3. Select the relevant **DL from the list**.
4. Save the settings to grant access.

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By using Distribution Lists, admins can **simplify user management**, improve **access control**, and ensure **efficient communication** across teams in Infinity.
