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Builder.io Ideas
Categories Visual Editor
Created by Jonathan Beltrão
Created on Aug 13, 2025

Permissions based on Data model fields

Currently, Builder.io applies permissions at the content/model level, but lacks granular field-level control. Here's why field-level permissions are crucial:

Sensitive Data Protection
Different fields require different security levels:

  • Pricing information should only be editable by finance/admin roles

  • SEO metadata might be restricted to marketing specialists

  • Internal notes/comments should be hidden from external collaborators

  • Publishing status should be controlled by content managers only

Role-Based Field Access
Teams need granular control based on responsibilities:

  • Content Writers: Can edit title, body, tags but not publishing settings

  • Editors: Can modify content and meta fields but not pricing

  • Admins: Full access to all fields including sensitive configurations

  • Reviewers: Read-only access to content, write access to approval status

Current Limitations
Without field-level permissions:

  • Users get all-or-nothing access to content models

  • Sensitive fields are exposed to users who don't need them

  • Workflow bottlenecks occur when simple edits require admin intervention

  • Risk of accidental modifications to critical fields

Business Benefits of Field-Level Permissions

  • Enhanced Security: Protect sensitive business data at the field level

  • Improved Workflow: Users can edit what they need without admin dependency

  • Reduced Errors: Prevent accidental changes to fields outside user expertise

  • Compliance: Meet regulatory requirements for data access control

  • Better Collaboration: Multiple roles can work on same content safely

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