# Update & Manage Your Public Profile

Your *Public Profile* is the first point of contact that brands will have with you. It describes who you are, what you offer, and how you want to work with brands. Spend some time polishing it — a compelling and professional profile is essential for attracting brands that are a good fit! You can also [preview](https://help.impact.com/partner/platform-features/working-with-brands/preview-your-partner-profile) your profile to get a sense of how brands will see it.

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**Note:** Your public profile is different to your member profile. To learn more about your member profile, visit [Manage Your Partner User Profile.](https://help.impact.com/partner/platform-features/dashboard/manage-your-partner-user-profile)
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#### Edit public profile details

1. From the top navigation bar, select ![](https://347878556-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2Fb2rE79d9UhOKZQLgzSqx%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-1183576591b45997efe4dc81a25024640591d02a%2F245137dc972a7a7f6165b59538fcdbac8fd5bd8fee4ba9f20c1a2982c5b58b57.svg?alt=media) **\[User profile] → Settings**. &#x20;
2. Under the *Profile* section, select **Public Profile**.
3. Edit your public profile, then select **Save**.
   * Refer to the *Public profile components* section below for details on each setting.
4. Make sure your media properties are [connected and verified](https://help.impact.com/partner/account-management/account-settings/connect-media-properties/connect-and-manage-media-properties)—brands will also see them as part of your public profile.

   * Here's an example of how your profile will appear to brands:

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#### Public profile best practices

* Make sure that your profile is complete, accurate, up-to-date and descriptive of who you are and what your niche is. Robust descriptions and comprehensive keywords ensure discoverability by brands.
* Make sure that your [identity](https://help.impact.com/partner/account-management/account-settings/user-management/verify-your-identity-as-a-partner) and [media properties](https://help.impact.com/partner/account-management/account-settings/connect-media-properties/connect-and-manage-media-properties) are verified to build trust with brands.
* Stay informed and up-to-date by opting in to merchandise emails from impact.com, featuring updates on upcoming webinars, events and industry reports.

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<summary>Opt-in to merchandise emails</summary>

1. From the top navigation bar, select ![](https://347878556-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2Fb2rE79d9UhOKZQLgzSqx%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-1183576591b45997efe4dc81a25024640591d02a%2F245137dc972a7a7f6165b59538fcdbac8fd5bd8fee4ba9f20c1a2982c5b58b57.svg?alt=media) **\[User profile] → Edit Profile**. &#x20;
2. In the *Public Profile* section, ![](https://347878556-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2Fb2rE79d9UhOKZQLgzSqx%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-d0b6669ae76a7bef06a8d6940d7ad5c16bb8d018%2F7cb018d4face8d7cceb880eb5086c812e764fbcfe6f2a0377f88bc7576973070.svg?alt=media) **\[Toggle on] Email opt-in** to receive valuable updates from impact.com.

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#### Public profile components

Your public profile is divided into several sections where you can write about yourself, provide your media kit, and help brands learn more about you.

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<summary>Profile</summary>

The *Profile* section is where you’ll tell brands about yourself and add keywords to help them find you. Specify the types of brands you’re interested in working with and how you prefer to collaborate.

<table data-header-hidden><thead><tr><th></th><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Logo</strong></td><td>Select a professional image or recognizable logo to appear in the marketplace and on your public profile. Recommended size is 150 x 150 pixels.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Description</strong></td><td><p>The most crucial element of your profile is the <strong>Description</strong>.  You have up to 1,000 characters to provide specifics about what you do, your area of expertise, your target audience, and why brands should collaborate with you.  Make sure you share your unique value proposition — show the brand why you stand out!</p><p></p><p><strong>Partner example</strong></p><blockquote><p>Noah Lott Media connects brands with top content creators to reach millennial and Gen Z consumers. Our data-driven network focuses on quality content and drives measurable results. Partner with us today!</p></blockquote><p></p><p><strong>Creator example</strong></p><blockquote><p>I create engaging lifestyle, tech, beauty and home content for millennials and Gen Z. Through authentic reviews, sponsored posts and social campaigns, I partner with innovative brands to achieve real results. Let's collaborate!</p></blockquote></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Content and Interests</strong></td><td><p>Enter keywords for your profile. When brands search for partners using these terms, your profile may appear. At least 1 term must be included.<br></p><p><strong>Tips:</strong></p><ul><li>The list must be comma-separated, without any spaces between keywords.</li><li>Make sure you use keywords that are popular in your vertical.</li><li>Include any additional, non-primary business models as keywords.</li></ul><pre><code>Example: lifestyleblogger,techreview,beautyblogger,homeessentials,millennialmarketing,genzshopping,shopthestyle,sustainablebrands,trendingtech,wellnessproducts
</code></pre></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Business Model</strong></td><td>Select the business model that most closely matches your own from the drop-down list. If you fall under several business models, you can include others in your description or as a keyword under your <strong>Content and Interests</strong>.</td></tr></tbody></table>

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<summary>Personal Information</summary>

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**Note:** This section is only applicable for creators and social influencers.
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Share your personal information with impact.com so that the platform can provide better suggestions on which brands or programs to work with. All personal information fields are optional and will not be made public on your profile.

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<summary>Shipping Information</summary>

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**Note:** This section is only applicable for creators and social influencers.
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Specify your shipping address information that a brand would use to deliver products or gifts as part of their program. This information will not be added to your public profile.

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<summary>Additional Information</summary>

Include additional information about yourself for brands. If you want to add your website, social media profiles, and other media properties, refer to [Connect & Manage Media Properties](https://help.impact.com/partner/account-management/account-settings/connect-media-properties/connect-and-manage-media-properties).

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**Note:** If your media kit or portfolio is digital, we recommend including a link to it in this section. Make sure your media kit or portfolio is regularly reviewed and updated.
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| **Links** | Select ![](https://347878556-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2Fb2rE79d9UhOKZQLgzSqx%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-d0b6669ae76a7bef06a8d6940d7ad5c16bb8d018%2F7cb018d4face8d7cceb880eb5086c812e764fbcfe6f2a0377f88bc7576973070.svg?alt=media) **\[Toggle]** to include additional links in your profile that you'd like to share with prospective brands. |
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<summary>Contacts</summary>

Select at least one primary contact for your marketplace listing.

| **Marketplace Contacts** | <p>This is the contact information that will be shown to brands you are partnered with and brands that find you in the Marketplace.</p><p>Use the dropdown to view and select <img src="https://347878556-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2Fb2rE79d9UhOKZQLgzSqx%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-d2954616dc486c3e12c9211e20ff376bda0ab1af%2F7586e04e82e7c7203e5c82320dd417f8ac564cae5035024fdf0eb2ed017e6376.svg?alt=media" alt=""> <strong>\[Checked box]</strong> next to the users you want to display as a point of contact on your public profile. You can choose multiples if needed. Options come from the <a href="https://app.impact.com/secure/mediapartner/accountSettings/view-account-users-flow.ihtml"><em>Account users</em></a> screen.</p> |
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<summary>Media Kit</summary>

If you have a media kit, upload it to impact.com for brands to view and download from your public profile. A detailed media kit showcasing your stats, rates, and success stories goes a long way in helping brands feel confident working with you.

If your media kit is digital, you can add a link to it in the *Additional Links* section.

| **Media Kit PDF** | Select **Choose File** to find and upload your media kit PDF documents. You can upload multiple files. Each file must be less than 200 MB. |
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**Note:** If you want to temporarily hide your public profile from new brands, you can select the![](https://347878556-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2Fb2rE79d9UhOKZQLgzSqx%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-d2954616dc486c3e12c9211e20ff376bda0ab1af%2F7586e04e82e7c7203e5c82320dd417f8ac564cae5035024fdf0eb2ed017e6376.svg?alt=media) **\[Checked box]** below *Pause Profile*. Any brands you're already partnered with will still be able to see your profile.
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