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title: "Why is my template read-only?"
description: "Common reasons a template can’t be edited."
canonical: "https://memo.ly/help/why-is-my-template-read-only"
updated: "2026-07-31"
---

# Why is my template read-only?

Common reasons a template can’t be edited.

## Symptom

You can open a template but can’t change it.

## Cause

- Your role is viewer - viewers are read-only by design.
- It’s a starter template, which is system content; copy it to edit.
- You’re viewing an immutable version rather than the editable draft.

## Resolution

- Ask a workspace admin for editor access if you need to make changes.
- For a starter, create a copy into your workspace, then edit the copy.
- To change content, edit the draft, not a snapshot version.

## Related
- [Create your first template](https://memo.ly/docs/create-your-first-template.md)
- [Manage workspaces, roles, and access](https://memo.ly/docs/manage-workspaces-roles-and-access.md)
- [Glossary: Immutable Version](https://memo.ly/glossary/immutable-version.md)

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