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Profile Settings

Producers can access their profile settings page from the Profile dropdown icon on the top-right corner.

Profile Settings Overview​

After accessing the Profile Settings page, producers are initially landed on the 1st tab (General) of two available tabs where they can manage their company account information and production preferences.

Tab 1: General Settings​

Profile Information Display​

The General tab provides access to the following profile elements:

Display Photo

  • Upload and manage your company profile picture
  • Displayed to consumers, storers, and other platform users
  • Professional representation of your production company
  • Helps with identification during mission coordination

Display Name

  • Your company's visible name on the platform
  • Used in communications with all user roles
  • Can be updated anytime through the settings
  • Should be professional and brand-appropriate

Contact Information​

Email Address

  • Your registered business email for the producer account
  • Cannot be updated through profile settings for security
  • Used for important account and business communications
  • Contact support for email changes if necessary

Phone Number

  • Business contact number for coordination and communications
  • Can be updated anytime by the user
  • Used for mission coordination and stakeholder communication
  • Essential for team management and platform coordination

Company Information​

Company Name of the Producer

  • Official business name for your production company
  • Used in platform communications and mission identification
  • Can be updated to reflect business changes
  • Important for professional identification and mission branding

Location Details​

Address

  • Your business address for coordination and logistics
  • Used by team members and stakeholders for coordination
  • Critical for mission planning and geographic strategy
  • Can be updated if business location changes

Country

  • Country selection for regulatory compliance and operational features
  • Affects mission creation options and regulatory requirements
  • Can be updated if business operations relocate
  • Influences platform features and mission capabilities

City

  • Current city for local operation management
  • Used for geographic mission planning and stakeholder coordination
  • Helps with regional logistics and team coordination
  • Can be updated as business location changes

Field Update Permissions​

All fields mentioned above are updatable anytime by the user, unless specifically mentioned otherwise (such as the email address which is system-controlled for security).

Profile Update Process​

Saving Changes: After making any changes to the profile, producers can save the changes by clicking the "Update" button on the bottom-right corner of the page.

Update Features:

  • Real-time Validation - System checks information validity before saving
  • Confirmation Process - Clear confirmation of successful updates
  • Error Handling - Clear messaging if any information needs correction
  • Immediate Effect - Updates take effect immediately upon saving

Tab 2: Security Settings​

Password Management​

The Security tab provides access to password update functionality for account security.

Password Update Process:

  1. Current Password - Enter your existing password for verification
  2. New Password - Provide your desired new password
  3. Confirm Password - Re-type the new password to validate accuracy
  4. Security Validation - System verifies the current password before allowing changes

Password Requirements:

  • Must meet platform security standards
  • Should be unique and not previously used
  • Consider using a strong combination of characters
  • Confirmation step prevents typing errors

Security Features​

  • Password Verification - Current password required for changes
  • Confirmation Process - Double-entry prevents mistakes
  • Immediate Update - Changes take effect immediately
  • Security Notifications - Email confirmation of password changes

Profile Management Best Practices​

Business Information Accuracy​

  • Regular Updates - Keep contact information and company details current
  • Brand Consistency - Ensure company name and display information match branding
  • Professional Presentation - Use appropriate business names and professional imagery
  • Mission Impact - Understand how profile information affects mission perception and engagement

Security Maintenance​

  • Regular Password Updates - Change passwords periodically for security
  • Strong Password Selection - Use complex, unique passwords
  • Secure Access - Always log out from shared or public devices
  • Account Monitoring - Be aware of unusual account activity

Platform Optimization​

  • Complete Profile - Fill out all available company and operational information fields
  • Professional Communication - Use business-appropriate names and descriptions
  • Location Services - Keep location information updated for accurate mission targeting
  • Responsive Updates - Update information promptly when business circumstances change

Business Operations Integration​

Mission Creation Impact​

  • Profile information used in mission branding and identification
  • Company details displayed to potential mission participants
  • Professional presentation increases mission credibility and participation
  • Location information affects mission geographic targeting and coordination

Team Coordination​

  • Profile information helps team members understand company context and mission focus
  • Contact details enable efficient team communication and coordination
  • Professional presentation builds team confidence and operational effectiveness
  • Company information provides context for team mission and objectives

Stakeholder Relations​

  • Profile information visible to consumers, storers, waste management companies, and recyclers
  • Professional presentation builds trust and credibility across the recycling ecosystem
  • Contact details facilitate coordination throughout the mission lifecycle
  • Company information provides context for partnership and collaboration opportunities

Platform Integration​

  • Company information used for mission algorithms and user matching
  • Location data enables accurate geographic mission targeting and coordination
  • Contact details facilitate communication throughout the recycling process
  • Professional profile enhances credibility and effectiveness within the platform ecosystem

Privacy and Data Management​

Information Visibility​

  • Profile information visible to all platform users for coordination and mission participation
  • Company details used for mission identification and stakeholder coordination
  • Contact information used only for platform-related communications and coordination
  • Location data used for geographic mission targeting and optimization

Data Security​

  • Personal and company information protected according to platform privacy policy
  • Contact details not shared with unauthorized third parties
  • Location data used only for platform functionality and mission coordination
  • Business information maintains appropriate transparency while protecting operational data

The Profile Settings page provides comprehensive control over company information and account security, ensuring producers can maintain accurate, professional representation while protecting their business and operational data within the Recyclium ecosystem.