# How to Set Preferences and Notifications?

### **How can I change the display language of the platform?**

Log into your exchange account → go to **Settings** → under the **Account** tab → **Preferences**, then select your preferred display language.

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### **How can I manage my notification settings?**

* **Order Notifications**: When enabled, you will receive order notifications at the bottom right of the page, including successful order placements and executions.
* **Audio Alerts**: When enabled, an audio notification will play after certain events.
* **Mask Balances & Info**: When enabled, balances and account details (such as your email address) will be masked.
* **Market Close Confirmation**:
  * If disabled: A market order will close your entire position without asking for confirmation.
  * If enabled: You can customize the quantity to close and view the expected PnL.
  * *Note: Positions with a notional value above $100,000 will always require confirmation.*
* **Show Funding Rates Ticker**: When enabled, the funding rates ticker will be displayed at the bottom of the trading page.

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### **How can I hide my trading activity from the leaderboard?**

Log into your exchange account → go to **Settings** → under the **Account** tab → **Leaderboards**, and enable **Visibility**. Once enabled, your activity will be hidden from the leaderboards.

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### &#x20;**How can I add my contact information?**

&#x20;If you would like to receive important updates or exclusive benefits:

* Log into your exchange account → go to **Settings** → under the **Account** tab → **Contact Info,** click **Edit.**

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* Select a social contact platform, enter your username or phone number, and click **Save**.

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