Change a circle's name, description and pictures
Rename your circle, update what it's for, and add or change its profile picture and feature image.
- In the app
- On zinola.in
Updated
Admins can change a circle's name, its description and its two pictures at any time. Everything here is visible to members.
Open the circle's profile
In the app, open the circle, tap the gear at the top, then Edit at the top of the manage screen. On the website, choose Manage circle › Circle profile.Change the name or description
The name needs at least 3 characters. What is it for? can be up to 500 characters. Say who should join and what you talk about.Add or change the pictures
Both pictures are optional. See below.Save
Tap Save.
The two pictures
| Picture | Where it shows |
|---|---|
| PROFILE PICTURE | How the circle shows up in lists. Square works best. |
| FEATURE IMAGE | Across the top of the circle's page. |
If an image is too large, you'll be asked to try a smaller one.
Best photo size
| Picture | Best | Smallest that still looks sharp | Shape |
|---|---|---|---|
| PROFILE PICTURE | 800 × 800 pixels | 400 × 400 pixels | Square |
| FEATURE IMAGE | 1920 × 720 pixels | 1200 × 450 pixels | Wide strip (16:6) |
The app asks you to crop each picture to its shape. On the website, a picture that's a different shape is cut from the middle, so keep the gate, name board or building in the centre. More in Photo sizes that look best.
Other things you might be looking for
- Who can join (open, closed or invite only) is in Change who can join.
- The kind of circle and its area are in Type, location and door numbers.
- Circle rules are a Board tile. See Circle rules and “I agree”.
- Group names and pictures are set per group. See Create and manage groups.
Common questions
How do I rename my circle on Zinola?
Open the circle's manage screen, tap Edit in the app or Circle profile on the website, change the name and tap Save.
Who can change a circle's name and picture?
The owner and any admin of the circle.
Do I have to add a picture to my circle?
No. Both the profile picture and the feature image are optional, and you can add them later.
Related articles
- Change the type, location and door numbersChange what kind of circle it is, its area and reach, nearby search, and how towers, blocks and flat numbers are written.
- Create, archive and delete groups in a circleMake open or private groups inside a circle, set who can send, add people, reorder, archive, restore or delete them. Up to 20.
- Circle rules and “I agree”Read a circle's house rules, agree to them when you join, and why you can't post until you agree again after the rules change.