# Developer Profile Pages
Welcome to the Developer Portal aka. (Forge) for IndieBuilds! This guide explains the types of personal and profile information that developers are authorized to update and manage on their public developer profile.
# 1. Manageable Profile Content Areas
Developers have full control over the following aspects of their public profile:
# 👤 Personal Information (Identity)
These fields define the developer's identity on IndieBuilds:
- Developer Name: The official name displayed on their profile.
- Location: Setting the developer's country and state.
- Biography: Writing a detailed biography or description about themselves, their work, and their vision.
- Theme Selection: Choosing a visual theme for their profile (if themes are supported).
# 🖼️ Visual Assets (Profile Media)
Developers can upload and manage the images associated with their profile:
- Avatar URL: Uploading a profile picture.
- Profile Background: Uploading a background image to customize their profile banner or background.
# 🔗 External Links (Connectivity)
Developers can link to their external professional and social presences:
- Website URL: Linking to their personal portfolio or external website.
- Social Media Links: Providing direct links to their presence on:
- YouTube
# 2. System-Managed Content Areas
The following information is automatically managed by the system and cannot be edited by the developer:
- Developer ID: Unique identifier (auto-generated).
- Creation Date (
created_at): The timestamp when the account was created. - Last Updated Date (
updated_at): The timestamp of the last modification to the profile.
# 4. Guidelines for Updates
- Accuracy is Key: Ensure all biographical information, links, and media are accurate and professional.
- Review Before Publish: Always review changes before publishing them live to ensure they align with platform guidelines.
- External Links: Ensure all external URLs provided (website, social media) are active and lead to legitimate content.