Profile & Settings
Manage your account profile, preferences, and notification settings.
Your profile is your identity on Speakly.PRO. Keep it up to date so your teachers know who you are, your timezone is correct for scheduling, and your notification preferences match how you like to learn.
Accessing Your Profile
There are several ways to open your profile settings:
- From the header: Click your profile picture (or avatar placeholder) in the top-right corner, then select "Profile"
- From the sidebar: Click "Profile" in the account section at the bottom of the sidebar
- Direct URL: Navigate to
/platform/profile
Editing Profile Information
Personal Details
Your personal information helps teachers and the platform personalize your experience.
Navigate to Profile → Personal Information and edit the following fields:
- Full Name -- displayed to teachers and on your profile card
- Email Address -- used for login and notifications (changing this requires email verification)
- Date of Birth -- may be required by your school
- Country -- helps with content localization
- Timezone -- critical for accurate schedule display and live session timing
Click "Save" when done.
Setting your timezone correctly is critical. If your timezone is wrong, live session times will display incorrectly, and you might miss classes. Always verify this setting when traveling.
Language Preferences
Control the languages used throughout the platform:
- UI Language -- the language of the platform interface (English, Russian, or Ukrainian)
- Native Language -- your first language, used for vocabulary translations
- Target Language -- the language you're learning, used to match content and courses
To change these:
- Go to Profile → Language Preferences
- Select your preferred options from the dropdowns
- Click "Save"
Changing your target language may affect which courses and marketplace content are recommended to you.
Changing Your Avatar
Your avatar appears across the platform -- on your profile card, in course enrollment lists, in messaging, and during live sessions.
Uploading a New Avatar
Open Avatar Settings
Go to Profile and click on your current avatar image (or the placeholder icon).
Select an Image
Click "Upload Photo" and choose an image file from your device. Supported formats: JPG, PNG, GIF. Maximum file size: 5 MB.
Crop and Adjust
Use the cropping tool to select the visible area of your photo. The preview shows how it will appear at different sizes.
Confirm
Click "Save" to apply your new avatar. The change takes effect immediately across the platform.
Notification Preferences
Fine-tune how and when the platform communicates with you.
Notification Categories
Navigate to Profile → Notifications to configure each category:
| Category | What It Covers | Default |
|---|---|---|
| Assignments | New homework, lesson assignments | Email + In-app |
| Feedback | Homework graded, teacher comments | Email + In-app |
| Schedule | Upcoming sessions, schedule changes, reminders | Email + In-app |
| Messages | New direct messages from teachers | In-app only |
| Progress | Weekly/monthly reports, achievements | Email weekly |
| System | Platform updates, maintenance windows | In-app only |
Delivery Channels
For each notification category, you can enable or disable:
- In-app notifications -- badge counts and toast popups within the platform
- Email notifications -- sent to your registered email address
Go to Profile → Notifications, toggle the channels on or off for each notification type, and click "Save Notification Preferences". Changes take effect immediately.
Privacy Settings
Control who can see your information and how your data is used.
Profile Visibility
- Public -- other students in your courses can see your name and avatar
- Private -- only your teachers can see your profile
- Anonymous -- your name is hidden on leaderboards (if enabled)
Data Preferences
- Learning analytics -- allow the platform to track and display your learning patterns
- Leaderboard participation -- opt in or out of course and platform leaderboards
- Activity sharing -- control whether your achievements are visible to classmates
Navigate to Profile → Privacy to adjust these settings.
Account Security
Changing Your Password
Open Security Settings
Go to Profile → Account → Change Password.
Enter Current Password
Type your existing password to verify your identity.
Set New Password
Enter your new password and confirm it. Passwords must be at least 8 characters and include a mix of letters and numbers.
Save
Click "Update Password". You will remain logged in, but other active sessions may be signed out.
Connected Accounts
If you signed up via SSO (Google, etc.), you can manage connected accounts:
- Go to Profile → Account → Connected Accounts
- View which external accounts are linked
- Connect or disconnect providers as needed
Troubleshooting
Profile Changes Not Saving
- Ensure all required fields are filled (name, timezone, etc.)
- Check that your avatar image is under 5 MB
- Verify your internet connection is stable
- Try refreshing the page and re-entering your changes
Not Receiving Email Notifications
- Check your spam/junk email folder
- Verify your email address is correct in Profile settings
- Ensure email notifications are enabled for the relevant category
- Add the platform's email domain to your safe senders list
Avatar Not Updating
- Clear your browser cache (Ctrl+Shift+Delete)
- Try uploading a different image format (JPG instead of PNG, or vice versa)
- Ensure the image is under 5 MB and at least 200x200 pixels
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I delete my account? A: Contact platform support through Profile → Help → Contact Support. Account deletion is processed manually and may take 3-5 business days. Note that this action is irreversible.
Q: Can I have multiple profiles? A: No. Each email address is associated with a single account. If you need separate student and teacher accounts, use different email addresses.
Q: Does changing my timezone affect past schedule entries? A: No. Past events remain as recorded. Only future events will display in your updated timezone.
Related Documentation
- Getting Started - Initial account setup
- Navigating the Platform - Full interface guide
- Direct Messaging - Communication settings
- Billing & Tokens - Account billing information