Which Admin Roles Can Create and Delete Applications
Aug 21, 2025
Okta Identity Engine
Okta Classic Engine
Administration
Overview
This article presents which Admin roles have the permission to add and configure applications.
Applies To
- Admin Roles
Solution
- The Super Admin role can create and delete applications with no restrictions.
- The Application Administrator role can create and delete applications, but is limited to constraints.
- The API Access Management Administrator can create and delete applications, but is limited to OpenID Connect (OIDC) apps only.
For more information on Administrator roles and their permissions, please see the related references below.
