User Settings
Configure your personal profile, notifications, security settings, and preferences.
Profile Information
Manage your account details at /settings:
Basic Information
- Display Name: How your name appears to others in the workspace
- Email Address: Your account email (used for login and notifications)
- Profile Picture: Upload an avatar or photo
- Bio: Optional description about yourself
- Job Title: Your role or position
Regional Settings
- Language Preference: Choose your interface language
- Timezone: Set your local timezone for accurate timestamps
- Date Format: Select date display format (MM/DD/YYYY, DD/MM/YYYY, etc.)
- Time Format: Choose 12-hour or 24-hour format
- First Day of Week: Monday or Sunday
Notification Preferences
Control how you receive updates:
Email Notifications
Configure which emails you receive:
- Task Assignments: When tasks are assigned to you
- Task Updates: Changes to tasks you’re involved with
- Mentions: When someone @mentions you
- Comments: New comments on tasks you’re watching
- Approvals: Approval requests requiring your action
- Form Responses: New form submissions
- Daily Digest: Summary of daily activity
- Weekly Summary: Recap of the week’s work
In-App Notifications
Manage notification center alerts:
- Desktop Notifications: Browser notifications
- Toast Alerts: Popup notifications in Jadawel
- Notification Sounds: Audio alerts for important updates
- Badge Counts: Unread notification counter
Mobile Notifications
Configure mobile app alerts:
- Push Notifications: Enable/disable push alerts
- Notification Types: Choose which events trigger mobile alerts
- Quiet Hours: Set times when notifications are silenced
- Priority Only: Only high-priority notifications during quiet hours
Notification Frequency
Control notification timing:
- Real-time: Immediate notifications
- Batched: Group similar notifications (every 15 min, hourly)
- Daily Digest: One email per day with all activity
- Weekly Summary: Weekly roundup only
Security Settings
Protect your account:
Password Management
- Change Password: Update your password regularly
- Password Requirements: Minimum length, complexity rules
- Password History: Prevent reusing recent passwords
- Last Changed: When password was last updated
Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
Add extra security layer:
Enable 2FA
- Click “Enable Two-Factor Authentication”
- Scan QR code with authenticator app
- Enter verification code
- Save backup codes
Authentication Methods
- Authenticator App: Google Authenticator, Authy, etc.
- SMS: Text message codes (less secure)
- Backup Codes: One-time use emergency codes
Recovery Options
- Save backup codes securely
- Set up recovery email
- Configure trusted devices
Active Sessions
Manage logged-in devices:
- View All Sessions: See where you’re logged in
- Session Details: Device, location, last activity
- End Session: Log out from specific devices
- End All Other Sessions: Log out everywhere except current device
API Access
For developers and integrations:
- Generate API Keys: Create access tokens
- Key Permissions: Set what each key can access
- Revoke Keys: Delete compromised keys
- Key Usage: See API call history
Login History
Audit recent account access:
- Login Attempts: Successful and failed logins
- IP Addresses: Where logins originated
- Device Information: Browser and OS
- Suspicious Activity: Flagged unusual logins
Appearance Preferences
Customize your interface:
Theme
- Light Mode: Bright, default theme
- Dark Mode: Dark background for low-light environments
- Auto: Match system theme
- Custom: Choose your own colors (if enabled)
Display Settings
- Density: Comfortable, compact, or spacious layout
- Font Size: Small, medium, or large text
- Sidebar: Collapsed or expanded by default
- Animations: Enable or disable interface animations
Dashboard Customization
Personalize your home page:
- Widget Order: Drag to rearrange dashboard widgets
- Visible Widgets: Show/hide specific cards
- Default View: What you see first when logging in
- Quick Links: Pin frequently accessed items
Keyboard Shortcuts
Enable and customize shortcuts:
Common Shortcuts
- Ctrl+K / Cmd+K: Quick search
- G then S: Go to Spaces
- G then T: Go to Tasks
- C: Create new task
- / : Focus search
- Esc: Close dialog or modal
Customization
- View All Shortcuts: See complete shortcut list
- Customize Keys: Change default shortcuts
- Enable/Disable: Turn shortcuts on/off
- Print Cheat Sheet: Reference guide
Privacy Settings
Control your data and privacy:
Profile Visibility
- Public Profile: Visible to all workspace members
- Limited Profile: Only name and photo visible
- Private: Minimal information shared
Activity Visibility
- Online Status: Show when you’re active
- Last Seen: Display when you were last online
- Typing Indicators: Show when you’re typing
- Read Receipts: Indicate when you’ve read messages
Data Collection
- Analytics: Help improve Jadawel with usage data
- Error Reporting: Automatically send error reports
- Feature Usage: Track which features you use
- Opt Out: Disable data collection
Integration Settings
Connect external services:
Calendar Integration
- Google Calendar: Sync tasks with Google Calendar
- Microsoft Outlook: Connect to Outlook Calendar
- Apple Calendar: iCal integration
- Sync Settings: What data to sync, how often
Email Integration
- Email Provider: Connect Gmail, Outlook, etc.
- Email Notifications: Send from connected account
- Email Signature: Customize notification emails
- Unsubscribe Options: Let recipients opt out
Third-Party Apps
- Connected Apps: See authorized applications
- Permissions: What each app can access
- Revoke Access: Disconnect apps
- OAuth Tokens: Manage authentication tokens
Account Management
Manage your account:
Account Information
- Account ID: Your unique user ID
- Account Created: When you joined
- Account Type: Free, Pro, or Enterprise
- Workspace Memberships: Workspaces you belong to
Data Export
Download your personal data:
- Export Account Data: Request complete data export
- Format: JSON or CSV
- What’s Included: Profile, tasks, comments, etc.
- Processing Time: Usually within 24 hours
Account Deletion
Permanently remove your account:
Request Deletion
- Click “Delete Account”
- Confirm you understand consequences
Grace Period
- 30-day waiting period
- Can cancel deletion during this time
- Account disabled immediately
What Gets Deleted
- Your profile and personal data
- Comments and attachments
- Personal tasks
- Shared work remains (anonymized)
Best Practices
Security
- Strong Password: Use unique, complex password
- Enable 2FA: Always use two-factor authentication
- Review Sessions: Check active sessions regularly
- Secure Email: Use secure email for account
- Update Regularly: Keep contact info current
Notifications
- Balance: Get important alerts without overwhelm
- Use Digest: Batch non-urgent notifications
- Quiet Hours: Set for focused work time
- Review Settings: Adjust as needs change
- Test Changes: Verify notification settings work
Privacy
- Review Permissions: Check app access regularly
- Limit Visibility: Share only necessary information
- Audit Activity: Review login history
- Read Policies: Understand privacy practices
- Ask Questions: Contact support if unsure