Set up your account

Profile settings

After creating your account, it is important to complete your profile. Navigate to Settings → Profile to update your personal information.

• Display name: Your full name as it appears across the platform
• Avatar: Upload a profile photo for easy identification
• Phone number: Used for SMS notifications if enabled
• Language: Select your preferred language for the interface
• Timezone: Set your local timezone for accurate timestamps on records

Notification preferences

Decimal allows you to customize which notifications you receive and how they are delivered:

Notification type	Channels	Default
New student enrollment	In-app, Email	On
Staff invitation accepted	In-app	On
Payment received	In-app, Email	On
Attendance alert	In-app	On
System updates	Email	On

Security settings

• Change password: Update your password regularly. Use a strong, unique password with at least 12 characters
• Two-factor authentication: Enable 2FA for an additional layer of security
• Active sessions: View and revoke active sessions on other devices
• Login notifications: Receive an email alert when your account is accessed from a new device

Appearance

• Theme: Choose between Light, Dark, or System (follows your OS preference)
• Sidebar: Collapse or expand the sidebar navigation
• Compact mode: Reduce spacing for denser information display