Profile Settings
Manage your educator or platform profile appearance and information.
Overview
Your profile is how learners discover and connect with you. A complete, professional profile builds trust and helps attract students to your content.
Accessing Profile Settings
- Enter the Educator Console
- Click Edit Profile (Individual) or Platform Profile (Platform)
- Edit your information
Profile Sections
Appearance
Visual elements of your profile:
Profile Photo / Avatar
Your main profile image:
- Click on current avatar
- Upload new image
- Crop and position
- Save changes
Requirements:
- Format: JPG, PNG
- Size: Max 5MB
- Dimensions: 400x400 recommended
- Style: Professional, clear face
Cover Image
Banner image for your profile:
- Click on cover area
- Upload new image
- Position as needed
- Save changes
Requirements:
- Format: JPG, PNG
- Size: Max 10MB
- Dimensions: 1200x300 recommended
- Style: Professional, branded
Information
Basic profile details:
Display Name
- Name shown on content and profile
- Can be personal name or brand
- Keep consistent across content
Bio / Abstract
Your professional description:
- Who you are
- Your expertise
- What you teach
- Your credentials
Tips:
- Keep concise but informative
- Highlight unique qualifications
- Include specializations
- Maximum 2000 characters
Student Content Creator
Toggle for student educators:
- Indicates student status
- Shows appropriate badge
- Helps viewers understand context
Social Links
Connect your professional presence:
| Platform | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Personal or professional page | |
| Visual content presence | |
| Professional network profile | |
| YouTube | Video content channel |
| Website | Personal or business site |
| Wikipedia | Notable figure page |
| ResearchGate | Academic research profile |
| Google Scholar | Publication citations |
Adding Social Links
- Find platform field
- Enter username or full URL
- System auto-formats link
- Save changes
Format Examples:
- Username only:
johndoe - Full URL:
https://linkedin.com/in/johndoe
Saving Changes
After making edits:
- Review all changes
- Click Save Changes
- Confirmation appears
- Profile updated immediately
Profile Visibility
What's Public
Visible to all users:
- Avatar and cover image
- Display name
- Bio
- Social links
- Published content
What's Private
Only visible to you:
- Email address
- Payment information
- Analytics data
Profile for Platforms
Platform profiles have additional considerations:
Organization Branding
- Use company/organization logo
- Consistent brand colors
- Professional cover imagery
- Official organization name
Description Focus
Emphasize:
- Organization mission
- Educational focus
- Team expertise
- Institutional credentials
Best Practices
Professional Appearance
| Element | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Avatar | Professional headshot or logo |
| Cover | Branded, high-quality image |
| Name | Real name or recognized brand |
| Bio | Credential-focused, clear |
Bio Writing Tips
Include:
- Professional title/role
- Years of experience
- Key specializations
- Notable achievements
- Educational background
Avoid:
- Excessive self-promotion
- Unverified claims
- Personal contact info
- Outdated information
Social Media Tips
- Only link active profiles
- Keep profiles professional
- Consistent branding across platforms
- Regular engagement helps
Troubleshooting
Image Upload Fails
- Check file format (JPG, PNG)
- Verify file size limits
- Clear browser cache
- Try different browser
Changes Not Saving
- Check internet connection
- Verify all fields valid
- Clear form errors
- Try saving again
Profile Not Updating
- Refresh the page
- Clear browser cache
- Check for error messages
- Wait a few minutes
Role Restrictions
Who Can Edit
| Role | Can Edit Profile |
|---|---|
| Owner | Yes |
| Admin | Yes |
| Manager | No |
| Educator | No |
Note: Individual educators always control their own profile.