General Setting

Overview #

The General Settings section is essential for configuring the primary features and options of your Portify and Business Portify websites. This documentation guides you through the various settings that enable you to customize your site to fit your business needs.

1. Site Identity #

1.1 Site Title #

Your site title will be displayed in various parts of your website and is crucial for branding. Keep it concise and representative of your business.

1.2 Tagline #

The tagline gives visitors a quick insight into your site’s purpose. It usually appears under the site title. A good tagline complements the main title.

1.3 Logo Upload #

Upload your company logo here. Ensure that it is in a high-resolution format so that it looks professional across the website.

2. Site URL and Email #

2.1 Site URL #

This is the web address for your site. Make sure it is correctly entered to ensure that all links work as expected.

2.2 Admin Email Address #

The email entered here is critical for administrative communications, including password recovery and important notifications.

3. Language and Locale #

3.1 Language Selection #

Select the primary language for your website. This affects the admin panel and, depending on the theme, the front-end display.

3.2 Timezone #

Set your website’s timezone to ensure timestamps on posts and comments are accurate. This setting is also essential for scheduling posts.

4. Reading Settings #

4.1 Front Page Displays #

Here, you can choose to display either your latest posts or set a static page as your homepage. This setting significantly affects user navigation.

4.2 Blog Pages Show at Most #

Determine how many blog posts will display on the homepage or archive pages. This can enhance performance and user experience.

5. Discussion Settings #

5.1 Default Article Settings #

Manage how comments and trackbacks will behave for new posts. You can allow or disallow comments for specific post types.

5.2 Other Comment Settings #

Configure settings related to comment moderation, such as requiring approval before comments are published.

6. Media Settings #

6.1 Image Sizes #

Set default sizes for images that are uploaded to your site. This is important for maintaining site performance and aesthetics.

7. Permalink Settings #

Manage how your URLs are structured. Custom permalinks can improve search engine optimization (SEO) and make your links more appealing to users.

8. Security Settings #

This section allows you to configure options related to user registration, password strength, and two-factor authentication.

9. Backup Settings #

It is essential to periodically back up your site settings and content. Configure how often backups will happen and what to include.

10. Advanced Settings #

For seasoned users, advanced settings provide additional configurations like adding custom scripts, modifying the database prefix, and enabling advanced caching.

11. Support and Documentation #

If you encounter issues or need further assistance, you can access the help resources provided within the Portify and Business Portify platforms. Community forums and official documentation are valuable resources for troubleshooting.

Conclusion #

The General Settings menu is a powerful tool for every Portify and Business Portify user, empowering you to customize various aspects of your website effectively. Take time to explore each setting and make adjustments as required for optimal site performance and user engagement.