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Profile & Settings

Customize your LinkNow experience and manage your profile.

How do I edit my profile information?
Go to Settings > Edit Profile to update your name, bio, interests, photos, and social media links. Changes save automatically. Make sure to keep your profile up-to-date for better connections!
How many photos can I upload?
You can upload up to 6 photos. At least 1 photo is required. Use high-quality, recent photos that show your face clearly. Profiles with multiple photos get 3x more connection requests.
Can I change my username?
Yes! Go to Settings > Personal Details > Username. You can change it once every 30 days. Choose wisely - your username appears in your profile URL and is visible to everyone.
What are interests and how do I add them?
Interests help match you with like-minded people. Add up to 10 interests from categories like Sports, Music, Technology, Travel, etc. in Settings > Edit Profile. Shared interests appear highlighted on profiles.
How do I get verified?
Upload your student ID or use a .edu email in Settings > School Verification. Verified users get a blue badge, appear higher in search results, and are more likely to get accepted connection requests.
Can I make my profile private?
Yes! Toggle "Enable Location Tracking" off in Settings > Location to hide your profile from Discover. You can still message existing connections, but new users won't see you until you turn it back on.
What information is required vs optional?
Required: Name, age (18+), at least 1 photo. Optional: Bio, interests, social media links, school verification, phone number visibility. More complete profiles get better visibility and matches.
How do I change my username?
Go to Settings > Edit Profile and tap on your username. Choose a new unique username (3-20 characters, letters, numbers, underscores only). Usernames can be changed once every 30 days.
What interests can I add to my profile?
You can add up to 10 interests from categories like Sports, Music, Arts, Technology, Food, Travel, Fitness, Gaming, and more. These help match you with like-minded people and appear on your profile.
How do I change my age or birthdate?
For security reasons, you can't change your age after creating your account. If you entered it incorrectly, contact support with proof of your correct birthdate (ID verification required).
Can I use a nickname instead of my real name?
Yes, you can use any name you prefer on your profile. However, for school verification, you'll need to provide your legal name which is kept private and only used for verification purposes.
How do I change my notification settings?
Go to Settings > Notifications to customize all alerts. You can toggle on/off: new messages, connection requests, nearby users, event invites, and set quiet hours for Do Not Disturb mode.

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