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⚙️ Account Settings

Customize your daily.dev experience with comprehensive account settings that control your profile, security, notifications, and platform integrations.

Key Features

  • Profile customization - Personalize your public developer profile
  • Security management - Control authentication and account access
  • Notification control - Customize how and when you receive updates
  • Platform integrations - Connect with Slack and other tools
  • Friend invitations - Grow the daily.dev community
  • Privacy settings - Manage your data and visibility preferences

Profile Personalization

Accessing Profile Settings

  1. Click your profile picture in the top-right corner
  2. Select "Account Details" from the dropdown menu
  3. Navigate through tabs to customize different aspects of your account

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Profile Information

Basic Details

  • Name - Display name shown across the platform
  • Username - Unique identifier for your daily.dev profile
  • Bio - Brief description of your background and interests
  • Profile Picture - Upload a custom avatar from your device

Professional Information

  • Company - Current employer or organization
  • Job Title - Your professional role or position
  • Website - Personal website, portfolio, or relevant URLs

Social Connections

  • GitHub - Connect your developer profile
  • Twitter/X - Link your social media presence
  • Other platforms - Additional professional or social links
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A complete profile helps you connect with like-minded developers and build credibility in the community.

Security & Privacy

Protect your account with robust security controls and privacy options designed for developer-focused users.

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Account Security

Email Management

  • Update email address to receive important notifications and updates
  • Email verification for secure account recovery options
  • Notification routing for platform communications

Authentication Control

  • Password management - Set and update strong, unique passwords
  • Social login providers - Connect or remove GitHub, Google, and other auth methods
  • Multi-provider security - Use multiple authentication options for enhanced access control
  • Session management - Control active login sessions across devices

Account Protection

  • Security monitoring for unusual account activity
  • Two-factor authentication options where supported by providers
  • Account recovery settings for secure password reset
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Danger Zone: Account deletion permanently removes all data and cannot be reversed. Learn more about account deletion.

Notification Management

Stay connected with customized notification settings that respect your preferences and workflow.

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Notification Types

Push Notifications

  • Real-time alerts on your devices for immediate updates
  • Reply notifications when someone responds to your comments
  • Mention alerts when other users reference you
  • Activity updates for posts and community interactions

Email Communications

  • Weekly digest of trending content and community highlights
  • Security alerts for account changes and login activity
  • Feature announcements for new daily.dev capabilities
  • Community updates from Squads and followed topics

Customization Options

  • Selective notifications - Choose exactly which types to receive
  • Frequency control - Adjust timing and batching preferences
  • Channel preferences - Separate settings for push vs email
  • Do not disturb periods for focused work time
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Smart defaults: Notifications are pre-configured for optimal developer experience but can be fully customized to match your workflow.

Platform Integrations

Connect daily.dev with your existing developer workflow through seamless platform integrations.

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Available Integrations

Slack Integration

  • Team notifications for Squad activity and content updates
  • Workspace sync for seamless communication flow
  • Channel routing to specific Slack channels
  • Real-time updates when new posts are shared in your Squads
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More integrations are coming soon! We're actively working on connections with Discord, Microsoft Teams, and other developer tools.

Community Growth

Help expand the daily.dev community by inviting fellow developers and colleagues.

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Invitation Features

Easy Sharing

  • One-click copy of your personal invitation link
  • Multiple channels - email, messaging apps, social media
  • Personalized links that track successful invitations
  • Community building to grow your professional network

Benefits of Inviting

  • Strengthen your network by bringing colleagues to the platform
  • Enhanced discussions with people you know and trust
  • Squad building with team members and collaborators
  • Knowledge sharing in your professional circles

Additional Settings

Personalization Options

Time Zone Configuration

  • Local time alignment for streak tracking and goal cycles
  • Notification timing optimized for your schedule
  • Content timing that matches your reading habits
  • Community activity synchronized to your timezone

Newsletter Management

  • Curated content delivered to your inbox
  • Developer community updates and platform news
  • Feature announcements for new capabilities
  • Subscription control with easy opt-out options
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Pro tip: Setting your correct timezone ensures that Reading Streaks, notifications, and community activity align perfectly with your daily routine.

Transform your daily.dev experience into a fully personalized developer hub that integrates seamlessly with your workflow, connects you with your professional network, and keeps you informed about the topics and technologies that matter most to your career growth.