How to Assign and Manage Profile Types in BuddyBoss Platform

Introduction

Assigning profile types in BuddyBoss allows you to categorize users into specific groups, such as Teachers, Students, or Coaches, enabling a more personalized user experience.

This guide walks you through the process of assigning profile types from both the backend (WordPress Dashboard) and the frontend (user profile settings), ensuring flexibility and ease of management.

Assign Profile Types to Users on the Backend

Access User Settings

1. Log in to your WordPress Dashboard.
2. Navigate to Users from the left sidebar.
3. Select the user you want to edit (e.g., Adele or Alyssa).

Edit User’s Extended Profile

1. Click on Extended Profile.
2. Locate the Profile Type field.
3. Choose the appropriate Profile Type:
   • Adele → Coach
   • Alyssa → Student
4. Click Update Profile.

Assign Profile Types to Users on the Frontend

View and Edit User Profile

1. Navigate to the user’s profile.
2. Click View As to see their profile.

3. Click Edit.

Update Profile Type

1. Locate the Profile Type field.
2. Select the appropriate profile type from the dropdown menu (e.g., Teacher).
3. Click Save Changes to apply the update.

Troubleshooting and FAQs

Q: Why can’t I see the Profile Type field on the frontend?
A: Ensure that the Display Profile Types option is enabled in BuddyBoss > Settings > Profiles. Also, confirm that profile types are set to be publicly visible.

Q: The Profile Type changes are not updating. What should I do?
A: Refresh the profile page and clear your site cache. Verify that the changes were saved correctly.

Q: Can users select multiple profile types?
A: By default, users can select only one profile type.