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john-okeefe 7274b5196c docs(user): update appearance/profile instructions for sidebar UI
- Theme switching lives in the sidebar's Appearance panel (palette
  icon): swatch list with a checkmark on the active theme, and the
  'Bookshelf' section below it for wood textures; on small screens the
  sidebar opens via the top-bar menu button
- Profile: account menu is the username accordion at the bottom of the
  sidebar (not top-right); save button is 'Save Changes'
- Remove Wood Light/Dark/Mahogany from the Available Themes list (they
  are bookshelf backgrounds, not color themes) and consolidate the
  Catppuccin variants
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# Profile Management Guide
## Updating Your Profile
Your profile contains your account information and preferences.
### How to Update
1. Click on your **username** at the bottom of the sidebar to expand the account menu
2. Select **Profile**
3. Edit any fields in the "Account Information" section
4. Click **Save Changes**
5. Changes take effect immediately
### Fields You Can Update
- **Username** - Your login name (must be unique)
- **Email** - Your email address (must be unique)
- **First Name** - Optional display name
- **Last Name** - Optional display name
- **Theme** - Your preferred color scheme
## Changing Your Password
Regular password changes are recommended for account security.
### How to Change
1. Go to **Profile** page
2. Scroll to "Change Password" section
3. Enter your **current password**
4. Enter your **new password**
5. **Confirm** your new password
6. Click **Update Password**
### Password Requirements
- Minimum 8 characters
- Must contain uppercase, lowercase, number, and special character
- Must match confirmation field
- Current password must be correct
## Deleting Your Account
**⚠️ WARNING:** This action cannot be undone.
### What Gets Deleted
When you delete your account:
- Your profile information
- Reading progress and history
- Device connections
- Collection preferences
- All personal data
### What Stays
- Library books (media belongs to the library, not you)
- System settings
- Other users' accounts
### How to Delete
1. Go to **Profile** page
2. Scroll to "Danger Zone" (bottom of page)
3. Click **Remove My Account**
4. Confirm the deletion prompt
**Note:** If you're the last admin, you cannot delete your account for security reasons.
## Theme Options
Personalize your reading experience with different color themes.
### Quick Theme Switch
1. In the sidebar, open the **Appearance** panel (palette icon, near the bottom)
2. Select a theme from the list; your active theme is marked with a checkmark
3. Changes apply instantly
For the full theme list and bookshelf background (wood) options, see [Themes and Wood Paneling](themes.md).
### Available Themes
- **Tokyo Night** (default) - Blue/purple accents
- **Dracula** - Purple/pink tones
- **Nord** - Arctic, bluish-gray
- **Solarized Dark** - Warm, precise contrast
- **Monokai** - Classic vibrant colors
- **One Dark Pro** - Atom editor inspired
- **Material Dark** - Google Material Design
- **Catppuccin Mocha / Macchiato / Frappé / Latte** - Soothing pastel palettes (Latte is light)
## For Admin Users
If you're an administrator, you can also manage other users' profiles from the admin panel.
See [Admin User Management](admin-guide.md) for details.