User Dashboard

Overview

The User Dashboard is the central hub where verified users can manage their digital certificates, view their profile, and share credentials with others. It provides a clean, intuitive interface for all certificate-related activities.

Dashboard Layout

Navigation Sidebar

• Dashboard Home: Overview and quick stats
• My Certificates: View and manage all certificates
• Profile: Personal information and settings
• Shared Certificates: Track shared credentials
• Settings: Account and privacy preferences
• Help & Support: Documentation and contact

Main Content Area

• Dynamic content based on selected navigation item
• Quick action buttons for common tasks
• Recent activity feed
• Notification center

Core Features

1. View Profile

Profile Management:

• Personal Information: Name, email, contact details
• Wallet Information: Connected wallet addresses
• Profile Picture: Upload and manage avatar
• Bio/Description: Optional professional summary
• Social Links: LinkedIn, website, etc.

Profile Settings:

• Privacy Controls: Who can view profile information
• Notification Preferences: Email and in-app notifications
• Language Settings: Interface localization
• Timezone: For proper date/time display

Edit Profile Process:

1. Click "Edit Profile" button
2. Update desired fields
3. Save changes
4. Confirmation notification displayed

2. View Issued Certificates

Certificate Display:

• Grid/List View: Toggle between display formats
• Search & Filter: Find specific certificates quickly
• Sort Options: By date, issuer, type, status
• Detailed View: Click to see full certificate details

Certificate Information:

• Certificate Title: Degree, course, or achievement name
• Issuer: Organization that issued the certificate
• Issue Date: When the certificate was created
• Expiry Date: If applicable
• Verification Status: Blockchain verification status
• Certificate Hash: Unique blockchain identifier

Certificate Actions:

• View Details: Full certificate information
• Download PDF: Printable version
• Share: Generate sharing links
• Verify: Check blockchain verification
• Report Issue: Flag problems with certificate

3. Share Certificates

Sharing Options:

• Public Link: Generate shareable URL
• Email Sharing: Send directly to recipients
• Social Media: Share on LinkedIn, Twitter, etc.
• QR Code: Generate QR code for mobile sharing
• Embed Code: Embed certificate on websites

Sharing Controls:

• Expiration Settings: Set link expiration dates
• View Limits: Restrict number of views
• Password Protection: Add password to shared links
• Analytics: Track who viewed your certificates

Sharing Process:

1. Select certificate to share
2. Choose sharing method
3. Configure privacy settings
4. Generate sharing link/code
5. Share with intended recipients

Dashboard Analytics

Personal Statistics

• Total Certificates: Number of certificates received
• Verification Rate: Percentage of verified certificates
• Recent Activity: Latest certificate activities
• Popular Shares: Most viewed shared certificates

Activity Timeline

• Certificate issuance notifications
• Sharing activity logs
• Profile updates
• System notifications

Quick Actions

Common Tasks

• Request Certificate: Initiate certificate request to issuers
• Share Latest Certificate: Quick share of most recent certificate
• Update Profile: Fast profile editing
• Download All: Bulk download of certificates

Shortcuts

• Keyboard shortcuts for power users
• Bookmarkable URLs for direct access
• Mobile-optimized quick actions

Mobile Experience

Responsive Design

• Fully responsive layout for all screen sizes
• Touch-optimized interface elements
• Swipe gestures for navigation
• Mobile-specific features (camera for QR scanning)

Mobile App Features

• Push notifications for new certificates
• Offline certificate viewing
• Biometric authentication
• Native sharing capabilities

Security Features

Account Security

• Two-Factor Authentication: Optional 2FA setup
• Login History: Track account access
• Device Management: Manage trusted devices
• Session Management: Active session monitoring

Certificate Security

• Blockchain Verification: Real-time verification status
• Tampering Detection: Alert for modified certificates
• Secure Sharing: Encrypted sharing links
• Access Logs: Who accessed your certificates

Notifications & Alerts

Notification Types

• New Certificate: When a certificate is issued to you
• Verification Updates: Changes in verification status
• Sharing Activity: When someone views your shared certificates
• System Updates: Platform updates and maintenance

Notification Preferences

• Email Notifications: Control email frequency and types
• In-App Notifications: Dashboard notification settings
• Mobile Notifications: Push notification preferences

Data Export & Backup

Export Options

• PDF Reports: Comprehensive certificate reports
• JSON Data: Raw certificate data export
• CSV Lists: Certificate lists for spreadsheets
• Blockchain Backup: Private key backup instructions

Privacy & Data Control

• Data Download: Complete account data export
• Account Deletion: Secure account removal process
• Data Retention: Information about data storage

Integration Features

Third-Party Integrations

• LinkedIn: Share certificates to LinkedIn profile
• Resume Builders: Export to resume platforms
• Portfolio Sites: Integration with personal websites
• Learning Management Systems: Connect with LMS platforms

API Access

• Personal API: For developers to access their own data
• Webhook Subscriptions: Real-time updates
• Custom Integrations: Build custom applications

Support & Help

Self-Service

• Interactive Tutorials: Step-by-step guides
• FAQ Section: Common questions and answers
• Video Guides: Visual learning resources
• Troubleshooting: Common issue resolution

Direct Support

• Live Chat: Real-time support during business hours
• Email Support: Detailed issue resolution
• Community Forum: User community discussions
• Knowledge Base: Comprehensive documentation

Performance & Accessibility

Performance Features

• Fast Loading: Optimized for quick page loads
• Caching: Smart caching for better performance
• CDN Integration: Global content delivery
• Progressive Loading: Load content as needed

Accessibility Features

• Screen Reader Support: Full accessibility compliance
• Keyboard Navigation: Complete keyboard accessibility
• High Contrast Mode: For visually impaired users
• Text Scaling: Adjustable font sizes