> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.storehouses.app/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Account Settings

> Manage your Storehouses account settings, profile, preferences, and data

## Overview

Your Storehouses account settings allow you to manage your profile information, email preferences, privacy settings, and data. Access your account settings at [storehouses.app/account](https://storehouses.app/account).

## Accessing Account Settings

<Steps>
  <Step title="Navigate to Settings">
    Click on your profile icon or menu in the top navigation bar
  </Step>

  <Step title="Select Account Settings">
    Choose "Account Settings" from the dropdown menu
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Profile Information

### Email Address

Your email address is your primary identifier for your Storehouses account.

<ParamField path="Email" type="string" required>
  The email address associated with your account
</ParamField>

<Warning>
  Changing your email address will require verification of the new email before the change takes effect.
</Warning>

**To update your email:**

<Steps>
  <Step title="Go to Account Settings">
    Navigate to [storehouses.app/account](https://storehouses.app/account)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Update Email Field">
    Enter your new email address in the email field
  </Step>

  <Step title="Verify New Email">
    Check your new email inbox for a verification link
  </Step>

  <Step title="Confirm Change">
    Click the verification link to complete the email change
  </Step>
</Steps>

### Display Name

Set a display name for your account (optional). This name may appear in:

* Shared portfolio views
* Heir access notifications
* Export reports

### Profile Avatar

Upload a profile picture or avatar to personalize your account:

* Supported formats: JPG, PNG, GIF
* Recommended size: 256x256 pixels
* Maximum file size: 2MB

## Password Management

### Changing Your Password

<Steps>
  <Step title="Navigate to Account Settings">
    Go to your account settings page
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter Current Password">
    Provide your current password for verification
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter New Password">
    Create a new password that meets security requirements
  </Step>

  <Step title="Confirm New Password">
    Re-enter your new password to confirm
  </Step>

  <Step title="Save Changes">
    Click "Update Password" to save
  </Step>
</Steps>

### Password Requirements

<Card title="Security Requirements" icon="lock">
  Your password must meet these criteria:

  * Minimum 8 characters
  * At least one uppercase letter
  * At least one lowercase letter
  * At least one number
  * Special characters recommended
</Card>

<Tip>
  Use a password manager to generate and store strong, unique passwords for better security.
</Tip>

### Forgot Password

If you've forgotten your password:

<Steps>
  <Step title="Go to Login Page">
    Navigate to [storehouses.app/login](https://storehouses.app/login)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Click Forgot Password">
    Select "Forgot Password" link below the login form
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter Email">
    Provide the email address associated with your account
  </Step>

  <Step title="Check Your Email">
    Look for a password reset email from Storehouses
  </Step>

  <Step title="Reset Password">
    Click the reset link and create a new password
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Note>
  Password reset links expire after 1 hour for security. Request a new link if yours has expired.
</Note>

## Email Preferences

### Notification Settings

Control what email notifications you receive from Storehouses:

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Price Alerts (Pro)" icon="bell">
    Receive email notifications when precious metals or other assets reach your target prices

    * Real-time price alerts
    * Daily price summaries
    * Weekly market reports
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Account Activity" icon="shield">
    Security and account-related notifications:

    * Login from new device
    * Password changes
    * Email address changes
    * Payment confirmations
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Product Updates" icon="newspaper">
    Stay informed about Storehouses:

    * New features and improvements
    * Platform updates
    * Tips and best practices
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Heir Access Notifications (Pro)" icon="users">
    Heir access system alerts:

    * Heir access requests
    * Access grant confirmations
    * Access expiration warnings
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

<Warning>
  You cannot unsubscribe from critical security notifications, such as password resets and account changes.
</Warning>

## Privacy Settings

### Data Visibility

<Card title="Privacy First" icon="shield-halved">
  Storehouses is built with privacy as a core principle:

  * No identity verification required
  * No phone number collection
  * No data selling to third parties
  * Your portfolio information remains private
</Card>

### Share Settings

Control who can access your portfolio through sharing features:

* **Private** (default) - Only you can view your portfolio
* **Shared** - Create secure links to share with specific people
* **Heir Access** (Pro) - Configure emergency access for designated beneficiaries

[Learn more about Sharing →](/advanced/sharing)

[Learn more about Heir Access →](/advanced/heir-access)

## Data Management

### Data Export

Export your complete portfolio data for backup, insurance, or migration purposes:

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="PDF Export" icon="file-pdf">
    Generate formatted PDF reports with:

    * Portfolio summary
    * Item details and images
    * Valuation information
    * Charts and statistics
  </Card>

  <Card title="CSV Export" icon="file-csv">
    Download spreadsheet data including:

    * All item metadata
    * Current valuations
    * Location information
    * Collection assignments
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

**To export your data:**

<Steps>
  <Step title="Go to Export">
    Navigate to the Export feature from your dashboard
  </Step>

  <Step title="Select Format">
    Choose PDF or CSV format
  </Step>

  <Step title="Configure Options">
    Select which data to include in the export
  </Step>

  <Step title="Generate Export">
    Click "Export" to generate the file
  </Step>

  <Step title="Download">
    Download the generated file to your device
  </Step>
</Steps>

[Learn more about Export & Reporting →](/portfolio/export-reporting)

### Data Portability

Your data belongs to you. Storehouses supports:

* Complete data export at any time
* No lock-in or export restrictions
* Standard formats (CSV, PDF) for easy migration
* API access (coming soon) for automated backups

## Account Actions

### Account Deactivation

Temporarily deactivate your account while preserving your data:

<Warning>
  Deactivating your account will:

  * Log you out of all devices
  * Make your portfolio inaccessible
  * Preserve all your data
  * Maintain your subscription (you'll still be billed)
  * Can be reversed at any time
</Warning>

**To deactivate your account:**

<Steps>
  <Step title="Go to Account Settings">
    Navigate to your account settings page
  </Step>

  <Step title="Scroll to Danger Zone">
    Find the "Deactivate Account" section at the bottom
  </Step>

  <Step title="Click Deactivate">
    Select "Deactivate Account" button
  </Step>

  <Step title="Confirm">
    Confirm your decision in the popup dialog
  </Step>
</Steps>

**To reactivate:**
Simply log in again with your email and password. All your data will be restored immediately.

### Account Deletion

Permanently delete your account and all associated data:

<Warning>
  Account deletion is permanent and irreversible. This will:

  * Permanently delete all your items and portfolio data
  * Remove all collections and locations
  * Delete all images and documents
  * Cancel any active subscriptions
  * Cannot be undone
</Warning>

**Before deleting your account:**

<Accordion title="Export your data" icon="download">
  Download a complete export of your portfolio before deletion. This is your last chance to preserve your data.
</Accordion>

<Accordion title="Cancel subscriptions" icon="credit-card">
  Ensure you've canceled any active subscriptions to avoid future charges. Account deletion will cancel subscriptions, but refunds are not provided.
</Accordion>

<Accordion title="Inform your heirs" icon="users">
  If you've set up heir access, notify your designated contacts that access will be revoked.
</Accordion>

**To delete your account:**

<Steps>
  <Step title="Go to Account Settings">
    Navigate to [storehouses.app/account](https://storehouses.app/account)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Find Delete Account">
    Scroll to the bottom "Danger Zone" section
  </Step>

  <Step title="Click Delete Account">
    Select "Delete Account" button
  </Step>

  <Step title="Confirm Email">
    Check your email for a deletion confirmation link
  </Step>

  <Step title="Final Confirmation">
    Click the link and provide final confirmation
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Note>
  Account deletion requires email confirmation to prevent accidental deletion. The confirmation link expires after 24 hours.
</Note>

## Best Practices

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Strong Passwords" icon="key">
    Use unique, strong passwords and enable password manager for better security
  </Card>

  <Card title="Regular Exports" icon="cloud-arrow-down">
    Export your data regularly as a backup in case of device loss or account issues
  </Card>

  <Card title="Keep Email Updated" icon="envelope">
    Ensure your email address is current for important account notifications
  </Card>

  <Card title="Review Notifications" icon="bell">
    Configure email preferences to stay informed without notification overload
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Session Management

### Active Sessions

View and manage active sessions across your devices:

* See all devices where you're logged in
* View last activity timestamp
* Sign out of individual sessions
* Sign out of all devices remotely

<Tip>
  Regularly review your active sessions and sign out of devices you no longer use.
</Tip>

## Troubleshooting

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Can't access account settings" icon="circle-exclamation">
    If you're unable to access your account settings:

    * Ensure you're logged in
    * Try refreshing the page
    * Clear your browser cache
    * Try a different browser
    * Contact support if the issue persists
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Email verification not received" icon="envelope">
    If you don't receive a verification email:

    * Check your spam/junk folder
    * Verify the email address is correct
    * Wait a few minutes and check again
    * Request a new verification email
    * Contact support if needed
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Password reset not working" icon="key">
    If password reset isn't working:

    * Check that the reset link hasn't expired (1 hour limit)
    * Ensure you're clicking the most recent reset link
    * Try requesting a new reset link
    * Contact support for assistance
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Need Help?

If you need assistance with your account settings:

<Card title="Contact Support" icon="headset" href="https://storehouses.app/dashboard?support=true">
  Get help from our support team — fastest response via dashboard
</Card>

## Next Steps

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Billing Settings" icon="credit-card" href="/account/billing">
    Manage your subscription and payment methods
  </Card>

  <Card title="Security Guide" icon="shield" href="/account/security">
    Learn about account security best practices
  </Card>

  <Card title="Subscription Plans" icon="layer-group" href="/account/subscription-plans">
    Compare plans and upgrade options
  </Card>

  <Card title="Export Your Data" icon="file-export" href="/portfolio/export-reporting">
    Generate portfolio reports and backups
  </Card>
</CardGroup>