> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.hostelmate.co/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.hostelmate.co/finance-management/settings.md).

# Settings

Configure shared settings that affect guest messaging, calendars, billing, and internal alerts.

Think of your Settings page as the master control center! Here, you can easily tweak all the system-wide preferences and establish policies unique to each property you run.

## Pages You Can Explore

* Check out the [Calendar Legend](/finance-management/settings/calendar-legend.md) to understand how the calendar maps everything out.
* Hop into [General Settings](/finance-management/settings/general-settings.md) to edit your base details.
* Head to [Owner Notifications](/finance-management/settings/owner-notifications.md) so you never miss an important update.
* Configure instant messaging via [Telegram Alerts](/finance-management/settings/telegram-alerts.md).
* Keep track of payments inside your [Plan & Billing](/finance-management/plan-billing.md) section.
* Set up the [Self Check-In](/finance-management/settings/self-check-in.md) form so guests can check in online before arriving.

## Quick Tips for Success

* Always make sure your contact details are fully up to date; it guarantees every guest message goes exactly where it needs to!
* Make a habit of quickly reviewing your notification preferences whenever you reshuffle your staff—it saves a lot of emails going to the wrong person!