---
title: "EasySignage Lock Layer"
description: "Learn how to lock a layer in EasySignage to control who can access and manage specific parts of a playlist."
url: https://easysignage.com/help/playlists/digital-signage-lock-a-layer/
---

# 12 - Lock Layer

**The Lock Layer** feature allows you to restrict access to a specific layer within a playlist, so only certain users, like the team that owns the layer, can change it while others can still manage the rest of the playlist.

To lock or unlock a layer, click the padlock next to it in the **Layers** list of the layout preview.

![Lock button in the Layers list](https://easysignage.com/help/assets/img/playlists/lock-layer-1.webp)

## How Lock Layer Works

-   When a layer is **locked**, only users who belong to the **same team** as the layer owner can access or modify that layer
-   The **Account Holder** always has access
-   Users in the **Administrator team** always have access
-   All other users can see the playlist but **cannot access or edit the locked layer**

## When to Use Lock Layer

Common use cases include:

-   Keeping your **logo or watermark** permanently visible on client/team managed playlists
-   Managing **part of the screen yourself** while allowing clients/team to control the remaining area
-   Protecting critical content from accidental edits by sub-users or clients

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## Use Case 1: Locking a Watermark Layer

This use case allows clients to manage playlist content while keeping your logo or branding protected.

### Steps

1.  **Create a Team**

    -   Create a team (for example: **Team A**)
    -   Add your client or users as **sub-users**
    -   Assign them to **Team A**
    -   Give Team A access to playlists with **Read-only** permissions
2.  **Create Your Playlist**

    -   Create a new playlist
    -   Add a **small layer** (for example, bottom corner)
    -   Upload your logo or watermark to that layer
    -   Click **Lock** on that layer
    -   Make sure you are either the **Account Holder** or in the **Administrator team**
3.  **Publish to Screen**

    -   Assign the playlist to your screen
    -   Click **Publish**

### Result

-   Team A can manage the playlist content
-   Team A **cannot access or modify** the locked watermark layer
-   Your branding remains protected at all times

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## Use Case 2: Giving Clients/Team Control Over One Layer Only

This use case allows you to manage part of the screen while giving clients control over a specific area.

### Steps

1.  Follow the same steps as **Use Case 1**
2.  Instead of a small layer:
    -   Create a **larger layer** that fits the area you want the client to manage
3.  Lock the layers you want to protect
4.  Leave the client-managed layer unlocked

### Result

-   You retain control over critical screen areas
-   Clients can safely manage content in their assigned layer
-   No risk of overwriting protected content

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## Screen Access Recommendations

-   You can give Team A:
    -   **Read-only access** to screens, or
    -   **No screen access** at all
-   This ensures users can manage playlists without interfering with screen assignments or protected layers

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## Notes & Best Practices

-   Locked layers are still visible during playback
-   Locking does not affect playback or performance
-   Use clear team naming (e.g. _Client – Store A_) for easier management
-   Combine **Lock Layer** with **Team-based access** for maximum control

Click **Back** to return to the layout preview.

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