In Adobe Experience Manager, aClosed User Group(CUG) is an administrative feature that restricts access to specific pages or sections of a published website. CUGs enable organizations to limit access to content based on user authentication, ensuring that only authorized users can view certain content. This feature is particularly useful for creating member-only sections, gated content, or any scenario where restricted access is required.

Key Features of Closed User Groups:

Controlled Access to Content:CUGs ensure that only users who belong to designated groups can access specific pages, providing a secure method to manage content visibility.

Authentication Requirements:Users must log in and belong to an authorized user group to access CUG-protected content, adding an additional layer of security.

Flexible Access Control:CUGs can be applied to individual pages or entire sections of a site, offering flexibility in how content access is managed.

Adobe Experience Manager References:

Closed User Groups are detailed in AEM’s documentation on content access management. They are an effective tool for managing secure access to content, especially in environments that require different access levels for various user groups. CUGs are supported in both AEM as a Cloud Service and AEM 6.5+, providing robust access control options for published content.