The Store Settings tab in the Blink Management Dashboard allows you to configure critical details of your store, including its name, description, and other relevant information. You can follow this guide to access and update your store's configuration settings.
Accessing the Store Settings Tab
Login to the Blink Management Dashboard:
Begin by logging into your Blink Management Dashboard with your credentials.
Navigate to Store Settings:
On the left-hand side, locate the Event Configuration section.
Under Badges, find the Store Settings tab.
Click on Store Settings to open the store configuration page.
Configuring Store Information
Once you've accessed the Store Settings tab, you can configure the following fields:
Store Name:
This is the name of your store that will be displayed on your platform.
Code:
The Code is a unique identifier for your store for internal tracking purposes. It is automatically generated but can be customized if needed.
Title:
The Title field allows you to set a heading or title for your store that attendees will see. For example, it could be something like "Explore Badges."
Example: "Explore Badges."
Store Description:
In this section, you can add a detailed store description. This description can include HTML formatting, links, and any information you'd like to share with your attendees.
5. Editing and Saving Store Information
Editing: Once you have updated or input your store's information in the relevant fields, you can further format the description with basic HTML or text editor options.
Saving: After making changes, click the Save button in the screen's upper-right corner.
Cancel: If you wish to discard your changes, click Cancel to revert to the previous settings.
Countdown Banner Configuration
The Countdown Banner is a tool that allows admins to create a countdown display with customized text and a defined end date and time. This feature is useful for promotions, event announcements, and other time-sensitive messages.
Steps to Set Up the Countdown Banner
Enter the Banner Text:
Write a clear and concise message that communicates the purpose of the countdown.
Example: "Flash Sale ends in:", "Join us in:", etc.
Set the End Date:
Click the calendar icon or the "Today" button.
Select the date when the countdown ends.
Set the End Time:
Use the time picker to set the hour and minute when the countdown stops.
Save and Display:
After filling in all fields, save the settings to activate the countdown banner.
Badges Configuration
Following the steps below, you can efficiently manage badge transfer settings and configure the appropriate contact emails for your event.
Transfer Capability
This setting allows you to turn on or off the ability for badges to be transferred between users.
Enable: When selected, users can transfer badges to others. This is useful when tickets or badges must be transferred between attendees.
Disable: If disabled, badge transfers will not be permitted.
To configure this:
Click the dropdown next to Transfer Capability.
Select either Enable or Disable, depending on your event's requirements.
Emails Configuration
Below are suggestions for setting up key email addresses for order processing and customer support.
Orders Email: This email address will receive notifications and communications related to orders. For example, if an order has issues or needs to be confirmed, this email will handle those notifications.
Example: order@blink
.globalCustomer Support Email: This is the email address for customer support inquiries. Attendees can use this email to contact support if they encounter issues or need help with the badges or event.
Example: [email protected]
Steps to Configure:
To edit the email addresses, click on the field you want to change (either Orders Email or Customer Support Email).
Type in the new email address that will be used for order processing or customer support.
Once you've made your changes, please make sure that you save them by selecting the Save or Update button, if available.
Tip
Ensure the Orders Email is regularly monitored to handle order-related inquiries quickly.
To streamline user support, keep the Customer Support Email accessible to attendees and display it in your event communications.
Ensure the Orders Email is regularly monitored to handle order-related inquiries quickly.
To streamline user support, keep the Customer Support Email accessible to attendees and display it in your event communications.
SEO Configuration
The SEO Configuration screen in the Blink management dashboard allows users to optimize their event pages for search engines by configuring metadata like titles, keywords, and descriptions. This guide explains the screen's essential fields and how to set them up properly for optimal SEO performance.
SEO Title
The SEO title will appear in search engine results and the browser tab for this particular event or page.
This title should be concise, descriptive, and ideally include relevant keywords to improve search engine visibility.
How to Set: Click on the SEO Title field and type in a clear, keyword-rich title that best represents your event or store.
Example: "Blink Event"
Meta Keywords
Meta Keywords are optional and include keywords you want search engines to associate with your page. Although most modern search engines no longer use meta keywords as a ranking factor, defining them for internal purposes or specific search platforms is still valid.
How to Set:
Click the + symbol to add new keywords.
Use relevant keywords or phrases that describe the event, product, or service you’re promoting.
Example Keywords:
blink, event, badges
SEO Robots
The SEO Robots settings allow you to control how search engine robots crawl and index your page. Standard settings include no-index and no-follow, instructing search engines not to index the page or follow its links.
No-index: The page will not appear in search engine results.
No-follow: This instructs search engines not to follow the links on the page for indexing purposes.
How to Set:
Click the + symbol to add or remove SEO robot instructions.
Depending on your goal (whether you want search engines to crawl your page), you can add or remove tags like no-index or no-follow.
Meta Description
The Meta Description summarizes the page content in search engine results below the SEO Title. A well-written meta description can increase search engine click-through rates.
How to Set:
Click on the Meta Description field and write a short, compelling description of your page that encourages users to click.
Include relevant keywords, but focus on readability and engagement.
Example Meta Description:
Explore our diverse collection of Blink badges, each designed to offer unique access to interactive, film, and music events. Compare features, find the badge that best suits your interests, and prepare for an unforgettable Blink experience."
To maximize the effectiveness of your SEO settings, consider these best practices for SEO Configuration:
Ensure the SEO Title is under 60 characters to avoid truncation in search engine results.
The Meta Description should be between 150-160 characters for optimal display in search results.
If your page is under construction or you don't want it indexed by search engines, use the no-index tag in the SEO Robots settings.
Checkout Terms Configuration
The Checkout Terms feature allows administrators to define and display terms and conditions that attendees must agree to during the checkout process.
Components of the Checkout Terms
Title
Purpose: Specify the title for the checkout terms section.
Click inside the "Title" field.
Enter a relevant title, such as "Checkout Terms and Conditions" or "Purchase Agreement."
Content Editor
Purpose: Write or edit the terms and conditions using the rich text editor.
Key Features:
Text Formatting: Use options like bold, italic, underline, and strikethrough for emphasis.
Font Selection: Choose the font type and size for better readability.
Paragraph Formatting: For clarity, structure the content into headings, subheadings, or paragraphs.
Table Insertion: Add tables for structured data, such as refund policies or delivery timelines if necessary.
Components of the Checkout Settings
The Checkout Settings feature allows you to customize specific parameters for the checkout process to optimize the user experience and enforce purchase limits. This feature is ideal for managing time-sensitive purchases and controlling badge allocation per order.
Purchase Countdown (in minutes)
Purpose: Define the time limit for customers to complete their checkout process. This encourages faster decisions and ensures a smooth purchasing flow.
Enter the desired time limit (in minutes) in the provided field.
Example: Input "10" for a 10-minute countdown timer.
Badge Limit Per Order
Purpose: Set a maximum quantity of badges that a customer can purchase per order.
Enter the maximum number of badges allowed per purchase in the provided field.
Example: Input "10" to limit each order to 10 badges.
Look and Feel Configuration Feature
The Look and Feel configuration feature allows you to customize the visual and informational elements of your store's emails and footer section.The Look and Feel configuration feature allows you to customize the visual and informational elements of your store's emails and footer section.
1. Mail Header
Purpose: Upload a custom header image for your emails to align with your brand identity.
Drag and drop an image file into the designated area, or click Upload to select a file from your device.
Ensure the image is appropriately sized and formatted for email headers.
2. Footer Information
Address: Provide your store or business address by entering your business address (e.g., "123 Main St, Springfield") in the text field.
Contact Number: Add a contact number for customer inquiries, select the country code from the dropdown menu then enter the phone number in the provided field.
Copyrights Text: Add copyright information or a brief description of your business, and type your desired text (e.g., "© 2025 Your Store Name. All rights reserved.").
3. Footer Links
Purpose: Add navigation links to important pages, such as Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, or FAQs.
Click + New Link, enter the link title and URL in the respective fields then repeat for additional links as needed.
4. Footer Social Links
Purpose: Link to your social media profiles for enhanced customer engagement.
Click + New Link, enter the name of the social platform and the URL to your profile then repeat for multiple social media links.
B2B Section Info Configuration
The B2B Section Info configuration feature allows you to design and manage a section dedicated to your business-to-business (B2B) offerings.
Steps to Configure the B2B Section
Add a Background Image:
Upload an image that aligns with your B2B messaging and branding.
Embed a Video:
Copy the video link from your hosting platform and paste it into the Video Link field.
Set Up a Call-to-Action Button:
Enter a compelling button text and link to drive conversions or further engagement.
Write a Title and Subtitle:
Create concise, informative, and engaging text that clearly communicates the purpose of the section.
Define Placement:
Assign a position number for this section to determine its order on the homepage.
Feature the Section (Optional):
Enable the Featured toggle to make the section stand out.
Invoice Copy Customization
Customization Fields
Enter a Heading:
Use the editor under the "Heading" section to input the title for your invoice.
Format the text as needed using the toolbar.
Add Additional Notes:
Scroll to the "Additional Notes" section and input any relevant information for the recipient.
Format the text using the editor for a professional appearance.
Save Changes:
Once both sections are customized, save the settings to apply the changes to your invoices.
Uploading Policy Documents
This feature allows you to draft, edit, and manage critical policy documents such as the Privacy Policy, Terms of Use, Code of Conduct, and Cookie Policy directly through a user-friendly text editor.
Steps to Upload or Update Policies
Access the Text Editor:
Select the desired policy (e.g., Privacy Policy, Terms of Use).
Open the text editor associated with the policy.
Draft or Edit Content:
Use the rich text editor to write or update the policy content.
Leverage formatting tools like bold, italic, and bullet points for clarity.
Review and Verify:
Ensure the content aligns with your business practices and legal requirements.
Double-check for accuracy and completeness.
Save Changes:
Once satisfied with the content, save your changes to apply them to your platform.
Generate Links (Optional):
Use the Copy Link option to share the policy URL with users or include it in your platform's navigation.
By prioritizing clarity, usability, and efficiency, your store can deliver a professional, user-friendly experience that drives customer satisfaction and loyalty.