Can a frozen user still log in to Salesforce?

No. A frozen user can't log in, but the account isn't deactivated, so Active stays checked on the user record.

How do I know if a user is frozen in Salesforce?

The user detail page shows an Unfreeze button instead of Freeze. For a list, query User where Id is in the UserIds from UserLogin with IsFrozen = true.

What permission do I need to freeze users?

Manage Users, which the UserLogin object reference lists as required to access UserLogin. Data Loader updates also need Edit on the records.

Does freezing a user free up a Salesforce license?

No. Freezing leaves the account active, so the license stays assigned. Deactivate the user when you need the license back.

Why is User Login missing from the Data Loader object list?

It is not in the default list. Select Show all objects in the Export or Update wizard, as the Data Loader Guide describes.

How to Freeze and Unfreeze Users in Salesforce (One User or Hundreds with Data Loader)

Updated on November 4, 2026 by Abhijeet

Freezing a user comes down to one checkbox field, IsFrozen on the UserLogin object. Set it to true and the user can’t log in:

Id,IsFrozen
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To freeze user in Salesforce, click Freeze on the user record for one person, or update UserLogin rows with Data Loader, the CLI or Apex for many. Every recipe below was run in our Developer Edition org on November 4, 2026, unless it says otherwise.

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