> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://guide.smarttask.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://guide.smarttask.io/permissions/task-permissions.md).

# Task Permissions

**Access to Tasks Based on Different Scenarios:**

1. **Tasks in Projects** – Only task followers and project members can access the task.
2. **Subtasks** – Access is limited to those who can view the parent task.
3. **Tasks Shared with Specific Individuals** – If a task is not part of any project, only followers of the task have access.
4. **Hiding Tasks from Guests** – Certain tasks can be hidden from guests (clients or vendors) to maintain confidentiality.

{% hint style="warning" %}
To ensure the right people stay informed, add them as followers so they receive important task updates.
{% endhint %}

Please refer to [project roles](/permissions/project-permissions.md) for further information on task modification rights. 


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