> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.common.xyz/commonwealth/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.common.xyz/commonwealth/community-overview/capabilities/members-and-groups.md).

# Members & Groups

#### **What is Token Gating?**

Gating in Common paves the way for dynamic and legible communities. By promoting clarity and sufficient structure, it empowers administrators to effectively manage and curate digital spaces. In well-managed environments, the path to community goals becomes clear, fostering efficient and impactful actions.

Below are the steps to creating and managing groups and gating 

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[Creating Groups & Gating](/commonwealth/community-overview/capabilities/members-and-groups/creating-groups-and-gating.md)
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[Manging Groups](/commonwealth/community-overview/capabilities/members-and-groups/creating-groups-and-gating/manging-groups.md)
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[Viewing Gated Threads](/commonwealth/community-overview/capabilities/members-and-groups/creating-groups-and-gating/manging-groups/viewing-gated-threads.md)
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