Managing Client Accounts as a Partner
Overview
Learn how to efficiently manage multiple client websites through your AllAccessible partner portal, including adding clients, tracking compliance, and organizing accounts for easy administration.
Who This Is For
Agency partners managing multiple clients
Consultants overseeing client accessibility
Developers maintaining client sites
Partner account administrators
What You'll Learn
How to add and organize client sites
Using the partner dashboard
Managing team access to client accounts
Best practices for multi-client management
Accessing the Partner Portal
Step 1: Log In as a Partner
Go to app.allaccessible.org
Log in with your partner account credentials
Partner dashboard appears (different from standard dashboard)
Partner Dashboard Includes:
Overview: All client sites at a glance
Clients: Detailed client list
Resources: Partner materials and templates
Billing: Volume discounts and invoicing
Analytics: Cross-client metrics
📷 Partner portal navigation
Step 2: Understanding Partner Navigation
Partner-Specific Tabs:
Partner Dashboard (Overview)
Partner Clients (Client management)
Partner Resources (SOWs, materials)
Billing & Discounts (Volume tracking)
Standard Tabs (for your own site):
Sites
Widget Settings
Accessibility Statement
Audits
Adding Client Sites
Method 1: Add Client Site Directly
Step 1: Navigate to Partner Clients
Click "Partner Clients" in left menu
Click "Add New Client Site" button
Step 2: Enter Client Information
Required Fields:
Client Company Name
Site Domain (e.g., clientwebsite.com)
Primary Contact Email
Site Plan (Starter/Growth + add-ons)
Optional Fields:
Client billing contact
Site description/notes
Tags for organization (industry, location)
Step 3: Configure Initial Settings
Select plan level
Choose add-ons if applicable
Set widget customization (colors, position)
Configure accessibility statement
Step 4: Save
Click "Add Client Site"
Site created instantly
Installation code generated
Client receives welcome email (optional)
📷 Add client site form
Method 2: Invite Client to Create Own Account
For clients who want dashboard access:
Step 1: Send Invitation
Partner Clients → Invite Client
Enter client email
Select access level (view-only vs full admin)
Send invitation
Step 2: Client Creates Account
Client receives email with link
Creates their own login
Account linked to your partner account
Step 3: You Maintain Control
Site billed through your partner account
You see all sites in partner portal
Client manages their own settings
Benefits:
Client can customize widget themselves
Client can View Audit Resultss
Client can manage team
You still get volume discount
Organizing Multiple Clients
Using Tags and Labels
Organize by:
Industry: Healthcare, Education, E-commerce, Non-profit
Plan Level: Starter, Growth, Growth + Add-ons
Status: Active, Trial, Churned
Priority: High-touch, Standard, Low-touch
How to Tag:
Partner Clients → [Client Site]
Click "Add Tags"
Type tag name
Save
Benefits:
Filter clients quickly
Group by characteristics
Prioritize attention
Report by category
Client Groups
Create Client Groups for:
Shared billing
Bulk widget customization
Group reporting
Team assignment
Example Groups:
"Healthcare Clients" (all use similar compliance settings)
"Small Business Package" (all on Starter plan)
"White-Label Clients" (all have branding removed)
Partner Dashboard Features
Overview Tab
At-a-Glance Metrics:
Client Stats:
Total client sites: 24
Active sites: 22
Trial sites: 2
Total monthly cost: $378.90 (with 25% discount)
Discount Status:
Current tier: 25% (21-30 sites)
Next tier: 30% (at 31 sites)
Sites to next tier: 7
Estimated savings at next tier: $28.50/month
Compliance Overview:
Sites fully compliant: 18
Sites with warnings: 4
Sites with critical issues: 0
Last 30 days: +12% compliance improvement
Revenue Tracking (if enabled):
Est. client billing: $3,278/month
Your cost: $378.90/month
Est. profit: $2,899.10/month
Margin: 88%
📷 Partner dashboard overview
Clients Tab
Client List View:
Columns:
Client Name
Domain
Plan Level
Status (Active/Trial/Inactive)
Last Audit Date
Compliance Score
Monthly Cost
Actions (Edit/View/Delete)
Features:
Search by client name or domain
Filter by plan, status, tags
Sort by any column
Bulk actions
Export to CSV
Quick Actions:
View widget settings
View Audit Results
Generate report
Edit billing
Access installation code
📷 Partner clients list
Client Management Best Practices
1. Standardize Client Onboarding
Create a Standard Process:
Day 1: Setup
Add client site to partner portal
Configure widget (brand colors)
Generate installation code
Install on client site
Day 2-3: Initial Configuration
Run first accessibility audit
Review results with client
Generate accessibility statement
Customize statement
Week 1: Training
Show client how to use widget
Explain compliance reports
Set monitoring schedule
Establish communication cadence
Month 1: Review
Review first month's metrics
Address any issues
Optimize widget settings
Discuss add-on upgrades
Template: Download from Partner Resources → Client Onboarding Template
2. Automate Where Possible
Set Up Recurring Tasks:
Monthly compliance reports (auto-email)
Quarterly client reviews (calendar)
Annual statement updates (reminder)
Automatic audit scheduling
Use Partner Portal Automation:
Scheduled reports
Alert notifications
Usage warnings
Renewal reminders
3. Communicate Proactively
Monthly Client Updates:
Subject: [ClientName] Accessibility Report - October 2025Hi [ClientName],Your website's accessibility performance this month:✅ Compliance Score: 94% (up from 89% last month)✅ Widget Usage: 342 visitors used accessibility tools✅ Issues Resolved: 12 warnings fixed⚠️ Action Needed: 3 low-priority issues identifiedFull report attached.Let me know if you have questions![YourName]
Quarterly Business Reviews:
Schedule 30-minute calls
Review compliance trends
Discuss new features
Identify upsell opportunities
Gather feedback
4. Document Everything
Keep Records Of:
Client communication history
Audit results and remediation
Customization requests
Support tickets
Billing changes
Use Partner Notes:
Each client site has "Notes" field
Log important information
Track special requirements
Record verbal agreements
Team Management for Partners
Adding Team Members
Partner accounts can have multiple users:
Roles Available:
Partner Admin: Full access to all clients
Account Manager: Manage assigned clients
Technical Support: Widget setup only
Billing: View billing, no site access
View-Only: Read-only access for reporting
How to Add:
Partner Portal → Team
Click "Invite Team Member"
Enter email and select role
Assign to specific clients (optional)
Send invitation
Use Cases:
Sales team: View-only access for proposals
Developers: Technical support for implementation
Account managers: Assigned client access
Billing: Finance team access
Tracking Volume Discounts
Discount Tier Dashboard
Real-Time Tracking:
Current active sites: 22
Current discount: 25%
Sites until next tier: 9 more for 30%
Savings this month: $103.50
Historical View:
Jan 2025: 8 sites (0% discount)Mar 2025: 12 sites (10% discount) - unlocked!Jun 2025: 18 sites (20% discount) - unlocked!Oct 2025: 22 sites (25% discount) - unlocked!
Discount Calculator:
Estimate savings at different site counts
Project revenue at various pricing
ROI for acquiring new clients
📷 Volume discount tracker
Bulk Operations
Managing Multiple Clients Efficiently
Bulk Widget Configuration:
Select multiple client sites
Apply same widget settings to all
Customize colors, position, icons across clients
Save once, updates all
Use When:
Standardizing agency's widget approach
Rolling out new brand colors
Applying white-label to all clients
Bulk Audit Scheduling:
Select client sites
Schedule audits for all
Choose frequency (weekly, monthly)
Receive consolidated report
Bulk Reporting:
Generate reports for all clients
Export CSV with all client data
Create executive summary across portfolio
Client Communication Tools
Automated Client Reports
Set Up Once:
Partner Portal → Client Reports
Enable automated reports
Choose frequency (monthly recommended)
Select recipients (you, client, both)
Customize report template
What Clients Receive:
Compliance score and trend
Widget usage statistics
Issues found and resolved
Accessibility statement status
Action items and recommendations
Branded Reports (with Reporting add-on):
Your agency logo
Your contact information
Your branding and colors
Client Portal Access
Give Clients Dashboard Access:
Benefits:
Client can view their own data
View Audit Resultss themselves
Manage accessibility statement
See widget analytics
You Still Control:
Billing (through your partner account)
Subscription level
Add-on purchases
Volume discounts
How to Set Up:
Partner Clients → [Client]
Click "Grant Client Access"
Enter client email
Set permissions level
Send invitation
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can clients see my other clients?
A: No. Each client only sees their own site(s).
Q: Who gets billed for client sites?
A: You. You then bill your clients directly.
Q: Can clients upgrade their own plans?
A: Only if you grant them billing access. Otherwise, upgrades go through you.
Q: How do I track which clients are most profitable?
A: Partner portal includes profitability reports based on plan levels and add-ons.
Q: Can I transfer a client to another partner?
A: Yes, contact support to facilitate transfer.
Q: What happens if a client churns?
A: Remove site from your portal. Your volume discount adjusts monthly based on active count.
Q: Can I manage clients from mobile?
A: Yes, partner portal is mobile-responsive. Full functionality on smartphones and tablets.
Getting Help
Partner Support:
📧 Priority Email: [email protected]
💬 Partner Slack Channel: #partner-support
📞 Phone: (555) 123-4567 ext. 2 (partners only)
📚 Partner Knowledge Base: Exclusive articles for partners
Response Times:
Email: Within 4 hours
Slack: Real-time during business hours
Phone: Same-day callback
Related Articles
Partner Program Overview - Benefits and application
White-Label Options - Branding for clients
Partner Portal Resources - SOWs and materials
Volume Discount Calculator - Estimate savings
Last Updated: October 2025
For: AllAccessible Partners
Support: Priority support included
