Adding an identity to an account

You can add new identities to your account so that you can interact with other Groove users in a manner that reflects your relationship with them. New identities you add supplement rather than replace any existing identities. For example, you might use a "professional" identity with work colleagues, but use a less formal identity with friends and family.

Adding a new identity is like creating a new contact for yourself. Each new identity has its own unique contact information that you can share with other selected Groove users. When you create a message, or create a new workspace, you can decide which identity to use for each.

Note: Your Groove administrator may have set policies for your account that restrict you from adding new identities.

To add a new identity to an account:

Select Options - Preferences, and click the Identities tab.
Click New Identity.
Fill out the New Identity form to provide the information Groove users will see when they look at your contact information.

You must, at minimum, supply a name in the "Full Name" field. For the remaining fields, provide any information you think other Groove users will find useful or that you feel comfortable making public. It's recommended that you include a valid email address with the new identity.
Click OK.
Optional. Select options for sharing the new identity with other Groove users. You can: