Transfer a Group to a new Groupmaster
So you started a group, and it's done so well that it grew to be more than you could handle. Have no fear you can transfer your group to someone new! Now, for some reason there isn't an explanation easily accessible on how to transfer a group properly. You would expect it to go smoothly, and it can, if you follow the steps below.
First Thing's First
Setting them as an Administrator
Not sure how to set someone as Admin?
Go into "My Groups" and under "Groups you run" click on "Manage this group". On the Group Administration page click on "Manage Members". Find the person you want to select and click on "Promote".
Ready to Transfer your Group
Ok, you have them set as Admin, and you have their email address. What now?
Go to your dashboard. This is a bit counter-intuitive since your groups are not listed on your dashboard, but trust me ;) You will see a little text link "Transfer A Lens" under the Don't miss this tool! heading on the left side of your screen. Click on that and you will be taken to the Transfer page. There is a pulldown menu titled "Lens name:" Scroll down until you see the name of the group you want to give away and select it. Enter the email address you've already got handy, post a little comment and hit send.
You've done your part
You can ask them to remove you as admin so you will no longer be in charge in any way. If they ask how to do that send them to the same place you promoted them (Manage Members). They can demote you and you will become a regular member.
Disclaimer:
The 4 groups I've adopted from other lensmasters
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Women in Music Headquarters
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Women in Music Featuring music by the finest female artists from around the world. Celebrating and raising public awareness of women's work in all types of music.
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Shopping For Baby Headquarters
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Shopping for babies and toddlers If you have a lens that helps mothers and fathers shop for their baby or toddler you are welcome to join. Lenses relating to baby furniture, baby clothing, gift ideas (bought or handmade), and necessities for new mo...
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Classic Toys Headquarters
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The Classic Toys Group For lovers of classic toys and games, both then and now!
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Webkinz Headquarters
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Webkinz This group features some of the best Webkinz lenses on Squidoo. We love Webkinz and hope you do too!
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TeaLady wrote...
Wish I had known this a long time ago. :-(
Thanks for the info!
Posted June 17, 2009
Susan52 wrote...
Very helpful, just what I needed to know, and I found it on my first search as well. Can't beat that! Thanks!
Posted November 09, 2008
EelKat wrote...
nice! I didn't know you could transfer groups. I'm constantly making lenses for other people and than transferring them, so I use the transfer feature all the time. With this new info, I'll be able to make groups for other members too!
Thanks!
Posted September 16, 2008
TheInfamous7 wrote...
Ha! Brilliant Lens!! I never thought of exchanging/swapping/selling a group!? I run CraigsList@Squidoo!! Reckon id get a premium with it being #1 ;-) Ner..its my baby!! I never givin it up haha
Posted August 07, 2008
adez7 wrote...
Hi Christine, I love this lens. Need to know information for group masters 5*'s from me for a job well done.
Posted January 14, 2008
gods_grace_notes wrote...
Hi Christene, I just wanted to say THANKS; I just completed my first group transfer, and your instructions made it a very easy matter! Thanks for sharing...as always, you've created a great lens with really useful information. Thanks again for your effort,
Connie
: )
Posted November 20, 2007
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