# Restrict stream creation

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Zulip allows you to separately control
[permissions](/help/roles-and-permissions) for creating public and private
streams. For corporations and other entities with controlled access, we highly
recommend keeping stream creation open. Open organizations may choose to be less
permissive, especially with public streams.

### Manage who can create streams

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{tab|public-streams}

{settings_tab|organization-permissions}

2. Under **Stream permissions**, configure **Who can create public streams**.

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{tab|private-streams}

{settings_tab|organization-permissions}

2. Under **Stream permissions**, configure **Who can create private streams**.

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## Related articles

* [Create a stream](/help/create-a-stream)
* [Roles and permissions](/help/roles-and-permissions)