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# Account Settings

> Manage your email address, password, and personal account credentials

Manage your account credentials and personal information from your dashboard settings. Start at <a href="/dashboard/settings">Settings</a> and open the Private Details section to update your email or change your password.

## Overview

Your account settings give you control over core login credentials:

* Email address — Update the email associated with your account
* Password — Change your password to maintain security

<Info>
  You must have access to the inbox for any new email you set. Keep your current
  password handy for in-session changes.
</Info>

## Change your email address

The entire email change happens inside a single dialog — you never leave the page.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open profile settings">
    In the dashboard, click your profile picture (top-right) → **Profile**. In **Private Details**, locate **Email Address**.

    <Check>
      You should see your current email and a **Change Email** action.
    </Check>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Start the email change">
    Click **Change Email** to open the dialog showing your current address.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter your new email">
    Type the new email in **New Email Address**. The form validates format and requires it to be different from your current address.

    <Tip>
      Use a personal address you will keep long term (not a temporary or employer-owned mailbox).
    </Tip>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Send the verification code">
    Click **Send Code**. A 6-digit verification code is sent to your **new** email address. The dialog advances to the verification step automatically.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter the verification code">
    Check your new email inbox for the 6-digit code and enter it in the dialog. The change is verified as soon as you enter all six digits.

    <Check>
      After verification, your email is updated immediately — no logout or sign-in required.
    </Check>
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Info>
  A verification code is only sent to the **new** email address. You stay signed
  in throughout the process.
</Info>

### What to expect

* Email uniqueness — The new email must not already be in use
* No logout — You remain signed in while verifying the change
* Fast delivery — The verification code typically arrives within seconds
* Permanent update — Once verified, you must use the new address for future logins

### Troubleshooting email changes

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Didn't receive the verification code?">
    * Check spam/junk
    * Wait a few minutes and refresh your inbox
    * Confirm the address you entered has no typos
    * Click **Resend code** in the verification dialog (available after a short cooldown)
    * If still stuck, contact support from your dashboard
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Entered the wrong new email">
    Click **Back** in the verification dialog to return to the email entry step and correct the address.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Code says invalid or expired">
    Verification codes expire after a short time. Click **Resend code** in the dialog to receive a fresh code and try again.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Change your password

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open password settings">
    Go to **Profile** → **Private Details** and click **Change Password**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter a new password">
    Type your new password in **New Password**. The form validates requirements in
    real time.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Meet password requirements">
    Your password must include: - At least 8 characters - One uppercase letter
    (A–Z) - One lowercase letter (a–z) - One number (0–9) - One special character
    (!@#\$%^&\* etc.)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Submit the change">
    Click **Reset Password**. After processing, you're redirected to the main dashboard.

    <Check>
      The new password takes effect immediately across all devices.
    </Check>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Update saved passwords">
    Update any browser or password manager entries to avoid sign‑in failures.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Tip>
  Strong password best practices: - Use a unique password not used on other
  sites - Consider a password manager to generate and store secure passwords -
  Avoid personal information like names or birthdays
</Tip>

### What to expect

* Immediate effect — Your old password stops working right away
* No email verification — You won't need to confirm by email
* Other devices — You may need to sign in again on devices where you're currently logged in

### Troubleshooting password changes

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Password doesn't meet requirements">
    * Verify length and character mix (uppercase, lowercase, number, special)
    * Fix the specific rule the form flags and try again
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Forgot your new password or can't sign in?">
    Use the **Forgot Password** link on the sign-in page to receive a reset link. You can also use the **E‑Mail Link** option to sign in with a one‑time magic link/code, then change your password from settings. See <a href="/dashboard/faqs">Dashboard FAQs</a> for details.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Security considerations

### Email changes

* Verification required — A 6-digit code sent to the new address prevents unauthorized email takeovers
* Account protection — Keeps recovery and notifications under your control
* Future communications — System emails go to the new address after verification

### Password changes

* Regular updates — Consider changing your password periodically
* Unique credentials — Never reuse passwords from other services
* Additional security — Enable two‑factor authentication if available

## Related settings and help

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Settings overview" icon="settings" href="/dashboard/settings">
    Learn where to find Private Details, Email Preferences, and more.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Email Preferences" icon="inbox" href="/dashboard/settings/email-preferences">
    Control which emails you receive, send a test email, and verify delivery.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Dashboard FAQs" icon="question" href="/dashboard/faqs">
    Find answers for account access, password recovery, and more.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Register a new account" icon="user-plus" href="/dashboard/quick-start/create-account">
    New to the dashboard? Create your account and confirm your email.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Getting help

If you encounter issues changing your email or password:

1. Review the troubleshooting sections above
2. Verify your internet connection is stable
3. Refresh the page and try again
4. Contact support from your dashboard if problems persist

<Note>
  Need assistance? Reach out through the support channels in your dashboard.
</Note>