General Settings

Configure basic website information and preferences

Access General Settings

Navigate to: /site_admin/website/settings/general

From sidebar: Settings → General Settings

Overview

General Settings control the basic configuration of your real estate website, including site name, contact information, default language, and regional preferences.

Key Settings

Site Name

The name of your real estate business - appears in browser titles, emails, and throughout the site

Contact Email

Primary email for receiving inquiries and notifications from your website

Contact Phone

Main phone number displayed on your website for customer inquiries

Default Language

The primary language for your website content and admin interface

Currency

Default currency for displaying property prices (e.g., USD, EUR, GBP)

Default Location/Region

Primary geographic area your business operates in - affects map defaults and search

Timezone

Set the correct timezone for timestamps and scheduling features

Measurement Units

Choose between metric (m², km) or imperial (sq ft, miles) units

Configuration Steps

  1. 1

    Navigate to General Settings

    Go to Settings → General Settings in the admin sidebar

  2. 2

    Fill in Business Information

    Enter your agency name, email, phone, and address details

  3. 3

    Set Regional Preferences

    Choose language, currency, timezone, and measurement units

  4. 4

    Configure Display Options

    Set defaults for property listings and search results

  5. 5

    Save Changes

    Click "Save" to apply your settings across the website

Best Practices

Complete All Fields

Fill in all contact information for better SEO and customer trust

Use Professional Email

Use a business email address (@youragency.com) rather than generic providers

Match Your Market

Use currency and units familiar to your target audience

Keep Information Updated

Review and update contact details regularly, especially after business changes

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