> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://help.desifounder.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Profile Settings

> Your Profile Settings allow you to update personal details, change visibility preferences, and keep your profile accurate and professional.

### 1. How to Access Profile Settings

1. Log in to your [**desifounder**](https://desifounder.com/login) account.
2. Click on your **profile picture** (top-right corner).
3. Select **Account Settings** → Profile

### 2. What You Can Edit

You can update the following information in your Profile Settings:

* **Profile Picture** → Upload or change your photo anytime (clear, professional photos recommended). You can also generate a random avatar from our database.
* **Profile Banner** → Change your banner image (suggested size: **1500 x 500 px**).
* **First & Last Name** → Update your display name.
* **Username** → Chosen at signup and **cannot be changed**.
* **Email Address** → Update your email; verification is required via a link sent to your inbox.
* **Password** → Change your password; you’ll receive a reset link via email.
* **Phone Number (Private)** → Stored privately, not displayed publicly.
* **Date of Birth (Private)** → For account record purposes only, not visible publicly.
* **Gender (Private)** → For personalization only, not displayed publicly.
* **Website** → Add or update your personal or company website.
* **Location** → Add or update your city/country.
* **Industry** → Specify your industry for networking purposes.
* **Bio** → Write a short introduction about yourself.

### 3. Social Links (Account Settings)

In the ****Socials section ofAccount Settings**** , you can:

* Add, update, or delete social media links.
* Do this by clicking the **social icon** and pasting the relevant link (e.g., LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Instagram).

### 4. Saving Changes

Once you’re done updating your details, scroll down and click **Update Profile** to save changes.

### Do’s & Don’ts

**Do:**

* Keep your information accurate and professional.
* Verify your email to secure your account, and to recover lost password.
* Use a banner and profile picture that reflect your personal brand.

**Don’t:**

* Enter false or misleading details.
* Share sensitive or confidential data in fields that are public.
* Upload obscene or offensive content.

### Disclaimer

* desifounder provides tools for updating your profile but does **not verify or endorse** the accuracy of your information.
* Some information (DOB, gender, phone) remains private, but you are still responsible for its accuracy.
* You are solely responsible for the content you provide in your profile.
* desifounder is **not liable** for any disputes, damages, or consequences resulting from incorrect, misleading, or offensive information.
* Profiles found in violation of our \[[Code of Conduct](https://help.desifounder.com/legal/code-of-conduct)] may be suspended or removed.