> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.opendatabay.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.opendatabay.com/for-data-providers/profile-setup.md).

# Profile Setup

<figure><img src="/files/SZkzFhVcwITkkZiM2TpM" alt=""><figcaption><p>Data Provider profile visuals and sizes</p></figcaption></figure>

To get started with your data provider profile on Opendatabay, follow these steps to ensure a complete and attractive profile setup.

**1. Basic Information**

* **Provider Name**: Enter the name of your organisation (Company Name) or data provider name. (Max 20 Characters)
* **Description**: Provide a comprehensive description of your organisation (About), the type of data you offer, and any relevant background information. You can enhance your description using [Markdown](/for-data-providers/markdown-language.md) (.MD) language, which allows for better formatting and more options. For example, you can include:
  * **Headings**: Use `#` for headings.
  * **Bold and Italics**: Use `**bold**` or `_italic_` for emphasis.
  * **Lists**: Create bullet points with `-` or `*`.
  * **Links**: Add hyperlinks using `[text](url)`.

**2. Visuals**

* **Logo**: Upload your logo. Ensure it is in PNG, JPEG or WEBP format with dimensions of 800x800 pixels.

<figure><img src="/files/7yqOSGrHM7t5UT4WGncL" alt=""><figcaption><p>Profile Logo on Opendatabay Guides</p></figcaption></figure>

* **Banner**: Upload a banner image that represents your brand. Ensure it is in PNG, JPEG or WEBP. The recommended size for the banner is 2560x800 pixels.

<figure><img src="/files/SwSM5GIJsGAGBLKP8sXB" alt=""><figcaption><p>Profile Banner on Opendatabay Guides</p></figcaption></figure>

**3. Location and Contact Details**

* **Location**: Specify the geographic location of your organisation. Town and Country
* **Contact Information**: Provide contact details for assistance, licensing inquiries, and dataset requests.
  * Email address
  * Website
  * Social Media. (LinkedIn, Twitter (X), Facebook, GitHub)

**4. Profile Details**

* **Join Date**: Automatically set when you create your profile.
* **Statistics**: Automatically keeps track of key statistics such as:
  * Number of Data Products Listed
  * Total Downloads
  * Sales This Month