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

# General Community Settings

> Edit your community's branding, identity, custom URL, and privacy settings. Changes save automatically. Only owners and admins can access this tab.

The General tab is where you set your community's public face. You can upload a logo and cover image, write a name and description, choose a custom URL, and set the privacy level. Most changes save automatically.

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  <img src="https://mintlify.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/supacoder/images/community-settings/general.png" alt="General settings tab showing branding, identity, custom URL, and privacy options" />
</Frame>

<Note>
  Only community owners and admins with **Manage settings** permission can access this tab.
</Note>

## Branding

### Upload your community icon

<Steps>
  <Step>
    In the **Branding** section, click the icon placeholder.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Select a square image in PNG or JPG format under 2MB.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    The upload starts immediately and replaces the existing icon.
  </Step>
</Steps>

### Upload a cover image

<Steps>
  <Step>
    In the **Branding** section, click the cover placeholder.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Select a wide image. Recommended size is 1084 × 576, under 5MB.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    The cover appears behind your community header.
  </Step>
</Steps>

### Set a background color

The **Background color** field is used behind the header when no cover image is set. Pick a color with the color picker or enter a hex value like `#1d9bf0`.

## Identity

* **Name** — Shown in search results, notifications, and invites. Maximum 30 characters.
* **Description** — A short tagline on your community card. Maximum 150 characters.

Both fields autosave a few moments after you stop typing.

## Custom URL

A custom URL makes your community easy to share. It must be 3 to 60 characters and can only contain lowercase letters, numbers, and hyphens.

<Steps>
  <Step>
    In the **Custom URL** section, click **Change**.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Type your desired path after `instaloops.com/`.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Click **Save URL**.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Warning>
  If the URL is already taken, you will see an error. Try a different name.
</Warning>

## Privacy

Choose who can discover and view your community:

* **Private** — Only approved members can see posts and other members.
* **Public** — Anyone can view the community and its member list.

Click the card for your preferred option. The change autosaves.

## About

The **About** section at the bottom shows read-only metadata: support email, total member count, and the community ID.

## Frequently asked questions

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Can I change my community name later?">
    Yes. Edit the **Name** field at any time and it will autosave. The new name appears in search results, notifications, and invites immediately.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="What happens if I switch from public to private?">
    Existing members keep their access. New visitors must request to join or be invited before they can see posts and the member list.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Why is my icon upload failing?">
    Make sure the file is a PNG or JPG and is under 2MB. Try resizing the image if it is too large.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I use emoji in my community name or description?">
    Yes, emoji are supported in both fields. Keep the name under 30 characters and the description under 150 characters.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Troubleshooting

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Custom URL is rejected or already taken">
    URLs must be 3 to 60 characters, lowercase, and contain only letters, numbers, and hyphens. If the exact name is taken, try adding a hyphen or a number.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Cover image looks blurry or cropped">
    Use the recommended 1084 × 576 size. Images with very different aspect ratios may be cropped to fit the header area.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Privacy setting reverts after I change it">
    Privacy changes autosave. If it reverts, check your network connection and try again. Contact support if the issue persists.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Related

* [Dashboard overview](/community-settings/dashboard)
* [Invite members](/community-settings/invite)
* [Community tabs](/community-settings/tabs)