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Profile Settings

Waste management companies 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, waste managers are initially landed on the 1st tab (General) of two available tabs where they can manage their company account information and operational 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 storers, recyclers, and other platform users
  • Helps with identification during coordination and operations
  • Professional representation of your waste management company

Display Name

  • Your company's visible name on the platform
  • Used in communications with storers, recyclers, 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 processing scheduling and coordination
  • Essential for storer and recycler communication

Company Information​

Company Name of the Waste Manager

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

Location Details​

Address

  • Your business address for processing facility coordination
  • Used by storers and recyclers to coordinate material handoffs
  • Critical for logistics scheduling and operations
  • Can be updated if business location changes

Country

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

City

  • Current city for local processing operation management
  • Used for geographic coordination with storers and recyclers
  • Helps with regional logistics and processing scheduling
  • Can be updated as business operations 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, waste managers 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
  • Location Accuracy - Ensure address reflects actual processing facility location
  • Professional Presentation - Use appropriate business names and professional imagery
  • Performance Monitoring - Track coordination effectiveness and operational success

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 coordination
  • Responsive Updates - Update information promptly when business circumstances change

Business Operations Integration​

Storer Coordination​

  • Profile information helps storers identify and coordinate with your processing facility
  • Contact details enable efficient scheduling for material pickup and processing
  • Professional presentation builds trust and confidence with storage partners
  • Location information facilitates logistics and transportation planning

Recycler Coordination​

  • Company information used for processed material handoff coordination
  • Contact details facilitate communication throughout the processing workflow
  • Professional profile enhances credibility within the recycling ecosystem
  • Location data enables accurate coordination for recycler material transfer

Platform Integration​

  • Company information used for logistics and coordination algorithms
  • Location data enables accurate matching with nearby storers and recyclers
  • Contact details facilitate communication throughout the processing workflow
  • Professional profile enhances operational coordination efficiency

Performance Impact​

  • Complete and accurate profiles lead to better storer and recycler coordination
  • Professional presentation increases trust and partnership effectiveness
  • Current contact information ensures smooth operational coordination
  • Regular updates maintain accurate platform representation for all stakeholders

Privacy and Data Management​

Information Visibility​

  • Profile information visible to storers and recyclers for coordination purposes
  • Company details used for platform logistics and processing coordination
  • Contact information used only for platform-related communications
  • Location data used for geographic coordination and logistics 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 processing coordination
  • Business information maintains appropriate transparency while protecting operational data

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