Hierarchy Free — Confluence Space

Hierarchy isn't just about structure; it's about security.

| Use Space Hierarchy (via pages) if… | Use Separate Spaces if… | |-------------------------------------|--------------------------| | Content is tightly related | Different permission sets required | | Users need unified search within one space | Teams need independent space ownership | | You want a single URL for a knowledge area | Content lifecycle differs significantly | confluence space hierarchy

Designed strictly for documentation and help centers. Hierarchy isn't just about structure; it's about security

This is the most common structure. Each department has its own space. Each department has its own space

In Confluence, a Space is a dedicated area for a team or project to create, store, and share content. The Space hierarchy refers to the way these Spaces are organized and structured within a Confluence instance. The hierarchy provides a logical and visual representation of the Spaces, making it easier for users to navigate and find relevant content.