# Workspace Settings (https://yapl.app/en/docs/user-guides/workspaces/workspace-settings)

# Workspace Settings

The workspace settings page allows you to configure fundamental properties of your workspace. Access these settings from **Settings > Organization** in the sidebar.

## Accessing Workspace Settings

1. Click **Settings** in the sidebar navigation
2. Select **Organization** from the settings tabs
3. You'll see the workspace settings at the top of the page

## Basic Settings

### Workspace Logo

Upload a logo or avatar for your workspace:

- Displayed in the sidebar and workspace switcher
- Helps team members identify workspaces quickly
- Supported formats: JPG, PNG
- Maximum file size: 2 MB
- Recommended size: 200x200 pixels or larger

**To upload a logo:**
1. Go to **Settings > Organization**
2. Click on the logo placeholder or current logo
3. Select an image file from your device
4. Logo updates immediately

### Workspace Name

Your workspace's display name appears in:
- Sidebar navigation
- Workspace switcher
- Team member invitations
- Email notifications

**Requirements:**
- 1-100 characters
- Can include spaces and special characters
- Should be recognizable to your team

### Workspace URL

The workspace URL (slug) is used in:
- Direct workspace links
- API integrations
- Sharing and references

**Characteristics:**
- Lowercase letters, numbers, and hyphens only
- 3-50 characters
- Can be changed in workspace settings
- Must be unique across YAPL

<Callout type="info">
The workspace URL can be changed, but this will affect all existing direct links and API integrations using the old URL.
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### Description

An optional description helps team members understand the workspace purpose.

- Up to 500 characters
- Appears in workspace overview
- Useful for multi-workspace organizations

## Regional Settings

Configure how dates, numbers, and currency are displayed.

### Default Language

Sets the default interface language:

| Option | Description |
|--------|-------------|
| English | Default interface language |
| Turkish | Türkçe arayüz |

Individual users can override this in their profile preferences.

### Default Currency

The workspace's default currency for:
- Project budgets
- Resource costs
- Financial reports

Enter the 3-letter ISO 4217 code:
- **USD** - US Dollar
- **EUR** - Euro
- **TRY** - Turkish Lira
- **GBP** - British Pound
- And 150+ other currencies

### Date Format

Choose how dates appear throughout the workspace:

| Format | Example |
|--------|---------|
| MM/DD/YYYY | 12/25/2025 |
| DD/MM/YYYY | 25/12/2025 |
| YYYY-MM-DD | 2025-12-25 |

### Fiscal Year Start

Set when your organization's fiscal year begins. This affects:
- Financial reports
- Budget tracking
- Period-based analytics

Select any month from January to December.

### Default Tax Rate

Set a default tax percentage for calculations:
- Used in cost estimates
- Applied to resource calculations
- Can be overridden per project

Enter as a percentage (e.g., 18 for 18%).

## Industry Type

Select your organization's industry:

| Industry | Description |
|----------|-------------|
| Service Provider | General service businesses |
| Vendor | Supplier organizations |
| Residential Services | Home and residential work |
| Commercial Services | Commercial project management |
| Civil Engineering | Infrastructure and civil projects |

Industry type helps YAPL:
- Suggest relevant features
- Provide industry-specific reports
- Connect with relevant resources

## Saving Changes

1. Make your desired changes in the form
2. Click **Save Changes** at the bottom
3. Wait for confirmation message
4. Changes apply immediately

<Callout type="info">
Some settings require page refresh to take full effect.
</Callout>

## Settings Impact

| Setting | Impact | User Override |
|---------|--------|---------------|
| Language | Interface default | Yes, in profile |
| Currency | Project defaults | Yes, per project |
| Date Format | All date displays | No |
| Tax Rate | Cost calculations | Yes, per project |
| Fiscal Year | Report periods | No |

## Permissions

Only workspace **owners** can modify workspace settings. Team leads and members can view settings but cannot make changes.

To check your role:
1. Go to **Settings > Profile**
2. View **Workspace Memberships**
3. Your role appears next to each workspace

## Troubleshooting

### Cannot Save Changes

- Verify you have owner permissions
- Check all required fields are filled
- Ensure valid format for each field
- Try refreshing the page

### Settings Not Applying

- Refresh the browser
- Clear browser cache
- Log out and back in
- Check if other owners made changes

### Missing Settings Options

Some settings require:
- Professional subscription tier
- Owner role
- Completed onboarding

## Related Topics

- [Organization Profile](/docs/user-guides/workspaces/organization-profile) - Company details
- [Managing Owners](/docs/user-guides/workspaces/managing-owners) - Administrative access
- [Billing Information](/docs/user-guides/workspaces/billing-information) - Payment settings