Profile & Account Management

How to Update Profile Details

1. Access Your Profile

• Log in to your Loxala account.
• Click on the “Profile” tab on your dashboard to access profile settings.

2. Edit Skills

• Adding Skills:  
  • Go to the “Skills” section.
  • Use the search bar to find existing skills from the database or add new skills by typing in the text field.
  • If adding a new skill, it will need to be admin-approved before it becomes visible.
• Managing Skills:  
  • You can list up to 6 skills in total.
  • Use the drag-and-drop feature to rearrange skills based on priority or expertise.
  • Click the "Save" button to update your skills list.
  • A message confirming the update will be displayed.

3. Update Work Experience

• Access the Experience Section:  
  • Click on the “Experience” tab within your profile.
  • Add new roles, modify existing positions, or remove outdated experiences.
• Adding New Experience:  
  • Fill in the fields, including:
    • Position (e.g., "Graphic Designer")
    • Company (e.g., "ABC Corp")
    • Duration (e.g., "Jan 2018 - Dec 2023")
    • Description: Describe your role and responsibilities in 300-500 characters.
  • Click the “Save” button to update your experience.
  • Auto-save will ensure progress is saved if interrupted.

4. Modify Your Portfolio

• Add New Portfolio Items:  
  • Go to the “Portfolio” section and click “Add New”.
  • Upload relevant work samples (e.g., documents, images).
  • Add a title, description, and project link (if applicable).
  • Accepted formats: PDF, JPEG, PNG, and links.
  • File size limit: 10MB per file.
  • Click the “Save” button to confirm the changes.
• Edit Existing Portfolio Items:  
  • Click on any portfolio item to edit its details.
  • You can modify the title, description, and file attachments.

5. Update Other Profile Information

• Profile Picture:  
  • Go to the “Profile Picture” section.
  • Upload a professional headshot (JPEG/PNG, max size: 5MB).
  • Avoid inappropriate images, as they will be flagged for review.
• Name and Job Title:  
  • Update your name and job title directly from the General Info section.
  • Note: Once verified through ID verification, name fields cannot be edited.
• About Me Section:  
  • Edit your bio by adding new information or modifying existing content (up to 2,500 characters).
  • Include key skills, experiences, and achievements to make it compelling.

Tips for Profile Updates

• Use Specific Skills: Include the most relevant skills for your freelance niche.
• Highlight Recent Achievements: Keep your work experience updated to reflect your latest roles and accomplishments.
• Add New Portfolio Samples: Regularly showcase new projects to enhance your credibility.