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The Settings Page

The Settings page in Pinepods is your central hub for customizing the application to fit your preferences and managing various aspects of your podcasting experience. Located in the main navigation menu, the Settings page provides access to a comprehensive suite of configuration options organized into intuitive sections.

Accessing the Settings Page​

You can access the Settings page in several ways:

  • Click the Settings option in the main navigation menu
  • Use the gear/cog icon in the top navigation bar
  • Access settings-specific options through context menus throughout the application

Settings Organization​

The Settings page is organized into several main categories using an accordion-style interface:

User Management​

  • User Settings: Manage user accounts, passwords, and administrative privileges
  • User Self-Service: Allow users to manage their own account settings
  • Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Set up additional security layers for user accounts

Appearance & Behavior​

  • Theme Options: Customize the visual appearance with light, dark, and custom themes
  • Playback Settings: Configure default playback speeds and auto-completion settings
  • Start Page Options: Set your preferred landing page when opening Pinepods

Content Management​

  • Import/Export Options: Manage podcast subscriptions and user data
  • Custom Feeds: Create and manage custom RSS feeds
  • Backup & Restore: Protect your data with backup and restore functionality

Integration & Communication​

  • API Keys: Manage authentication keys for external integrations
  • Email Settings: Configure email notifications and communication
  • OIDC Settings: Set up single sign-on with OpenID Connect providers
  • Notification Settings: Control how and when you receive notifications

Data Management​

  • Download Settings: Configure automatic downloads and storage preferences
  • RSS Feed Management: Manage external RSS feed integrations
  • Guest Settings: Control access and permissions for guest users
  • Each settings section uses an expandable accordion interface - click on section headers to expand or collapse them
  • Changes are typically saved automatically or with prominent save buttons
  • Administrative settings are only visible to users with admin privileges
  • Some settings may require application restart to take full effect

Admin vs. User Settings​

Pinepods distinguishes between administrative settings (server-wide configuration) and user settings (individual preferences):

  • Admin Settings: Affect all users and require administrative privileges
  • User Settings: Personal preferences that only affect the current user's experience
  • Self-Service Options: Allow users to modify their own account details without admin intervention

For detailed information about specific settings sections, see the individual documentation pages for each component.