> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://learn.withessential.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://learn.withessential.com/administration/settings/choose-your-default-home-page.md).

# Choose your default home page

Personal Settings shows your name and email as read-only; ask a user manager to change them.

Under **Home page**, choose where Essential opens after you sign in. It defaults to Dashboard when you have reporting access and otherwise to Customers. Choose an available page and select **Save**.

The same page holds an **Appearance** card where you choose a Light or Dark color theme — see [Choose your appearance](/administration/settings/choose-your-appearance-light-dark-or-system-theme.md).

> **Where to find it:** Settings -> Personal Settings -> Home page

## Related guides

* [Choose your appearance (Light or Dark)](/administration/settings/choose-your-appearance-light-dark-or-system-theme.md)
* [Reset or change your password](/administration/settings/reset-or-change-your-password.md)


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