Welcome to our detailed guide on setting up and customizing your white-label college recruiting software. This guide will take you through each step to ensure your platform aligns perfectly with your brand.

Step 1: Adding a CNAME DNS Entry

To customize the domain of your white-label software, you need to add a CNAME DNS entry. This step allows you to point a subdomain (like my.yourdomain.com) to our software, giving your users a seamless branded experience.

What is a CNAME DNS Entry?

A CNAME (Canonical Name) record is a type of DNS (Domain Name System) entry that maps an alias name to a true or canonical domain name. When you add a CNAME record, it helps redirect your chosen subdomain to the actual domain where your software is hosted. This way, your users can access your software from a branded subdomain like my.yourdomain.com instead of a generic domain.

Requirements for Adding a CNAME DNS Entry:

• Domain Name: You must own a domain where you can add DNS records.

• DNS Management Access: You need login details to access the DNS management section of your domain registrar or hosting provider. This is usually found under a section called "DNS Management" or "Advanced DNS."

Steps to Add a CNAME DNS Entry:

1. Login to Your Domain Provider: Access the account where your domain is registered (e.g., GoDaddy, Namecheap, etc.).

2. Navigate to DNS Settings: Find the section labeled "DNS Management" or similar.

3. Add a New CNAME Record: Select the option to add a new record and choose CNAME from the record type options.

4. Fill in the Details:

   • Type: CNAME

   • Host/Subdomain: my (this will create my.yourdomain.com)

   • Value/Target for North American Based Customers: custom.collegepipe.com

   • Value/Target for European Based Customers: custom.collegepipe.eu

5. Save the Changes: Confirm the changes and save the new record. It may take a few hours for the DNS changes to propagate globally.

Step 2: Customizing Your White-Label Platform

Once we've set up your site, you can customize several aspects of your white-label software under the My Organization > Profile > White-Label section. Here's a detailed breakdown of the customization options available to you:

Customizing the Login Page:

• Logo: You can upload your organization's logo to replace the default logo on the login page. This logo will be prominently displayed to welcome your users.

• Picture Title and Text: Add a custom title and descriptive text to the main image on the login page. This helps in conveying your brand message right at the login point.

• Background Picture: Upload a background image that represents your brand. Ensure the focus of the image is on the right side due to the way the image adapts when the screen size changes. This prevents important elements from being cropped out on different devices.

Customizing the Login Area:

Top Bar:

• Logo: Replace the default logo with your own to maintain brand consistency.

• Background Color: Choose a background color that aligns with your brand's color palette.

• Text: Customize the text to match your brand's tone and style.

All Public Profiles:

• Company's Public Profile: Customize the background color and text for your company's public profile. This ensures a cohesive look and feel that matches your brand.

• Athletes' Public Profiles: Adjust the profile background color and text for the athletes' public profiles to maintain a professional and branded appearance.

Needed Format

App-Logo (Top Left)

The logo is used on the login page and on the top left when the user is logged in to the application.

The background picture is used on the login page for White Label Agency, and additionally on Signup, Password Forgotten for Smarthlete.

Steps to Customize:

1. Login to Your Account: Access your admin account on our platform.

2. Navigate to the White-Label Settings: Go to My Organization > Profile > White-Label.

3. Upload and Adjust Elements: Follow the prompts to upload images, change colors, and adjust texts.

4. Preview Changes: Use the preview feature to see how your changes will look. This helps you ensure everything aligns perfectly before saving.

5. Save the Changes: Once satisfied with the customizations, save the changes. Your platform will now reflect your branding.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can set up and customize your white-label college recruiting software to reflect your brand identity fully. This not only enhances the user experience but also strengthens your brand presence.

If you encounter any issues or need further assistance, please feel free to contact our support team. We're here to help you make the most out of your white-label software.