diff --git a/openpype/modules/settings_action.py b/openpype/modules/settings_action.py
index 8a3ee4792a..5844710ff7 100644
--- a/openpype/modules/settings_action.py
+++ b/openpype/modules/settings_action.py
@@ -38,6 +38,7 @@ class SettingsAction(PypeModule, ITrayAction):
     """Action to show Setttings tool."""
     name = "settings"
     label = "Settings"
+    admin_action = True
 
     def initialize(self, _modules_settings):
         # This action is always enabled