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Profile Settings

Storers 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, storers are initially landed on the 1st tab (General) of two available tabs where they can manage their account information and business preferences.

Tab 1: General Settings​

Profile Information Display​

The General tab provides access to the following profile elements:

Display Photo

  • Upload and manage your profile picture
  • Displayed to consumers and other platform users
  • Helps with identification during collections
  • Professional representation of your storage business

Average Rating

  • Displays the average rating received from consumers
  • Based on collection service quality and interaction ratings
  • Read-only metric showing your performance reputation
  • Updates automatically after each rated interaction

Display Name

  • Your visible name on the platform
  • Used in communications with consumers and other users
  • Can be updated anytime through the settings
  • Should be professional and business-appropriate

Contact Information​

Email Address

  • Your registered business email for the account
  • Cannot be updated through profile settings
  • 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 collection scheduling and coordination
  • Essential for consumer and waste management communication

Business Information​

Company Name of the Storer

  • Official business name for your storage operation
  • Used in platform communications and transactions
  • Can be updated to reflect business changes
  • Important for professional identification

Location Details​

Address

  • Your business address for collection coordination
  • Used by consumers to locate your storage facility
  • Critical for collection scheduling and logistics
  • Can be updated if business location changes

Country

  • Country selection for regional compliance and features
  • Affects regulatory requirements and operational standards
  • Can be updated if business relocates
  • Influences platform features and requirements

City

  • Current city for local operation management
  • Used for geographic coordination with consumers and waste management
  • Helps with regional logistics and scheduling
  • 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 and average rating which are system-controlled).

Profile Update Process​

Saving Changes: After making any changes to the profile, storers 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 business details current
  • Location Accuracy - Ensure address reflects actual business location
  • Professional Presentation - Use appropriate business names and photos
  • Performance Monitoring - Track consumer ratings for service improvement

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 business information fields
  • Professional Communication - Use business-appropriate names and descriptions
  • Location Services - Keep location information updated for accurate coordination
  • Responsive Updates - Update information promptly when business circumstances change

Business Operations Integration​

Consumer Coordination​

  • Profile information helps consumers identify and locate your storage facility
  • Contact details enable efficient collection scheduling and coordination
  • Professional presentation builds trust and confidence with consumers
  • Rating information provides transparency about service quality

Platform Integration​

  • Business information used for logistics and coordination algorithms
  • Location data enables accurate matching with nearby consumers
  • Contact details facilitate communication throughout the collection process
  • Professional profile enhances credibility within the platform ecosystem

Performance Impact​

  • Complete and accurate profiles lead to better consumer engagement
  • Professional presentation increases trust and collection frequency
  • Current contact information ensures smooth operational coordination
  • Regular updates maintain accurate platform representation

Privacy and Data Management​

Information Visibility​

  • Profile information visible to consumers for coordination purposes
  • Business details used for platform logistics and matching
  • Contact information used only for platform-related communications
  • Location data used for geographic coordination and optimization

Data Security​

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

The Profile Settings page provides comprehensive control over business information and account security, ensuring storers can maintain accurate, professional representation while protecting their operational and personal data.