Why Custom Fields Matter
Custom fields empower you to:
📊 Gather demographic data (gender, age, location).
🎯 Personalize user experiences.
📈 Analyze audience segments.
📝 Collect specialized information (company name, skill level).
Example Use Cases:
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Track gender distribution in courses.
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Segment users by job title.
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Collect language preferences.
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Gather educational background.
Step-by-Step Guide
1. Access Custom Fields Settings
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Log in to Admin Dashboard
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Navigate to Settings > Custom Fields
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View existing fields or create new ones
2. Create a New Custom Field
Click "New Custom Field" and complete:
Unique ID (internal reference, no spaces/special chars)
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Example:
user_gender
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Field Type (choose one):
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Text (single-line input)
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Textarea (multi-line)
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Select (dropdown)
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Checkbox (multiple selection)
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Radio (single selection)
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Field Label (what users see):
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Example: "Gender"
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Placeholder (optional):
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Example: "Select your gender"
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Requirement:
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Required (must be filled)
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Optional (can be skipped)
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Additional Options (for select/checkbox/radio):
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Add all possible choices (e.g., Male, Female, Other)
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Click "Add Field" to save.
Managing Existing Fields
Delete a Field
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Find field in list
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Click trash can icon
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Confirm deletion
⚠️ Warning: Deleted fields permanently remove all collected data for that field
Best Practices
✔️ Plan ahead - Decide what data you really need
✔️ Keep it simple - Don't overwhelm users during signup
✔️ Use clear labels - Avoid ambiguous field names
✔️ Test thoroughly - Check all field types work correctly
FAQs
Q: How many custom fields can I create?
A: No hard limit, but we recommend ≤10 for best UX.
Q: Can I make fields visible to only certain user roles?
A: Yes! Configure in Field Visibility.