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How to setup your fisher profile

As a fisher on Here2Fish, setting up a complete profile helps vessel owners get to know you and can improve your booking experience. This guide will help you create an engaging profile.

Overview

Your profile is your identity on Here2Fish. A complete profile helps you:

  • Build trust with vessel owners
  • Stand out in the community
  • Share your fishing interests and preferences
  • Get your unique referral code

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Access Profile Settings

From the app:

  1. Open the Profile tab (bottom navigation)
  2. Tap your profile photo or name at the top
  3. Select “Edit Profile” or go to Settings > Edit Profile”

2. Profile Photo

Adding a Profile Photo:

  1. Tap the profile photo placeholder or current photo
  2. Choose from:
    • Take Photo: Use your device camera
    • Choose from Library: Select an existing photo
  3. Crop and adjust the photo if needed
  4. Save the changes

Tips for a Good Profile Photo:

  • Use a clear, recent photo of yourself
  • Good lighting with your face clearly visible
  • Friendly, approachable appearance
  • Square format works best
  • Consider including fishing gear or a boat in the background

3. Basic Information

Display Name

  • Required: Your name as you want it displayed
  • Appears when you book trips and in community interactions
  • Can be your real name or a fishing nickname

Email

  • Auto-filled: From your account registration
  • Can be shown publicly or kept private (see Privacy Settings)

Phone Number

  • Optional but Recommended: For direct communication
  • Can be shown publicly or kept private (see Privacy Settings)
  • Useful for coordinating trip details with vessel owners

4. Handle (Your Unique Identifier)

What is a Handle?

  • Your unique @username on Here2Fish
  • Used in your referral code (so you can earn money referring friends)
  • Appears in your public profile URL
  • Helps others find and mention you in the community

Setting Your Handle:

  1. Enter your desired handle (e.g., “anglerjohn” becomes “@anglerjohn”)
  2. Requirements:
    • Must be unique (not already taken)
    • Can contain letters and numbers
    • No spaces or special characters (except underscores)
    • Minimum 3 characters
  3. Important: Once set, changing your handle affects your referral links

Note: Your handle becomes part of your referral code, so choose something memorable!

5. Bio (About You)

Writing Your Bio:

  • Recommended: Write 2-4 sentences about yourself
  • Include:
    • Your fishing experience level
    • Favorite types of fishing or target species
    • What you love about fishing
    • Any certifications or special skills
    • What you’re looking for in fishing trips
  • Keep it: Friendly, authentic, and engaging

Example Bio:

“Passionate angler with 10 years of experience targeting bass and walleye. Love learning new techniques and fishing with like-minded people. Always respectful of vessels and fellow anglers. Looking forward to exploring new fishing spots!”

6. Location

Setting Your Location:

  1. Enter your city, state, or region
  2. Or use “Use Current Location” to auto-detect
  3. This helps you find nearby vessels and connect with local anglers

Location Benefits:

  • Find vessels near you easily
  • Connect with local fishing community
  • Get matched with nearby vessel owners
  • Discover local fishing spots

7. Fishing Preferences (Optional but Recommended)

You can set your fishing preferences to help match with the right vessels:

Interests & Experience:

  • Fishing Types: Freshwater, saltwater, fly fishing, deep sea, etc.
  • Target Species: Bass, trout, salmon, tuna, etc.
  • Experience Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert
  • Preferred Techniques: Trolling, casting, jigging, etc.

Trip Preferences:

  • Preferred Time of Day: Morning, afternoon, evening
  • Trip Duration: Short (1-2 hours), medium (3-5 hours), long (6+ hours)
  • Family Friendly: Whether you prefer family-friendly trips
  • Catch and Release: Your preference on keeping or releasing fish

Social Preferences:

  • Group Size: Prefer small groups, large groups, or any size
  • Communication Style: Chatty, quiet, instructional, or any

8. Privacy Settings

Control what information is visible to others:

Show Email Publicly

  • Enabled: Other users can see your email
  • Disabled: Email is private (recommended)

Show Phone Publicly

  • Enabled: Phone number visible to all users
  • Disabled: Phone number is private (recommended for safety)

Recommendation: Keep contact information private. Vessel owners can contact you through the app’s messaging system.

9. Save Your Changes

  1. Review all information
  2. Tap “Save” or “Update Profile”
  3. Changes are saved immediately
  4. You’ll see a confirmation message

Profile Completeness Tips

Minimum Profile

  • Display Name ✅
  • Profile Photo ✅

Recommended Profile

  • All minimum requirements ✅
  • Bio (2-3 sentences) ✅
  • Handle set ✅
  • Location ✅
  • Basic fishing preferences ✅

Complete Profile

  • All recommended fields ✅
  • Professional-looking photo ✅
  • Detailed, engaging bio ✅
  • Accurate location ✅
  • Complete fishing preferences ✅

Profile Benefits

A complete profile helps you:

  • Build Trust: Vessel owners feel more comfortable accepting your bookings
  • Better Matches: Preferences help you find vessels that match your interests
  • Community Connection: Engage with other fishers and share experiences
  • Earn Referrals: Your handle becomes your referral code for earning rewards

Public Profile

Once you set a handle, you get a public profile page:

  • URL Format: here2fish.com/u/@yourhandle
  • Visible To: Anyone with the link
  • Contains: Your display name, photo, bio, fishing interests, and reviews
  • Use For: Sharing with friends, building your fishing reputation, referrals

Reviews & Ratings

As you complete trips, your profile will show:

  • Trip Count: Number of completed bookings
  • Ratings: Average rating from vessel owners (1-5 stars)
  • Reviews: Written feedback from vessel owners
  • Badges: Special achievements (e.g., All Star Fishing Buddy)

Updating Your Profile

You can update your profile anytime:

  1. Go to Profile > Edit Profile
  2. Make your changes
  3. Save updates

Note: Changing your handle may affect existing referral links, so choose carefully.

Profile Verification

Here2Fish offers profile verification for trusted users:

  • Verified Badge: Shows you’ve been verified by Here2Fish
  • All Star Badge: Earned through positive reviews and excellent behavior
  • Benefits: Increased trust from vessel owners, better visibility

Best Practices

Do:

  • ✅ Use a clear, recent photo
  • ✅ Write an honest, engaging bio
  • ✅ Set your fishing preferences accurately
  • ✅ Keep your location up to date
  • ✅ Update your profile regularly
  • ✅ Be respectful in all interactions

Don’t:

  • ❌ Use fake or misleading information
  • ❌ Share sensitive personal details publicly
  • ❌ Use offensive language
  • ❌ Forget to update your profile if you move
  • ❌ Leave your profile incomplete

Troubleshooting

“Handle already taken”

  • Solution: Choose a different handle
  • Try adding numbers or underscores
  • Use variations of your name or fishing interests

“Photo won’t upload”

  • Solution:
    • Check file size (should be under 5MB)
    • Try a different photo format
    • Check your internet connection

“Changes not saving”

  • Solution:
    • Check your internet connection
    • Make sure you’re logged in
    • Try again in a moment

How can we help?