Overview
ArtSites keeps you informed about activity on your account through in-app notifications and optional email alerts. The notification bell in your dashboard gives you a quick view of what needs your attention.
The Notification Bell
The notification bell icon appears in your dashboard header. When you have unread notifications, a badge shows the count.
Click the bell to see your recent notifications. Each entry shows a brief summary and when it occurred. Clicking a notification takes you to the relevant area of your dashboard.
Types of Notifications
You receive notifications for:
- Visitor messages: when someone contacts you through your website's contact form
- Support replies: when the support team responds to a conversation you started
- Membership updates: changes to your account status, subscription, or group website invitations
Email Notification Preferences
By default, ArtSites sends email alerts for important activity. You can choose which events trigger an email and which stay as in-app notifications only.
To manage your email preferences:
- Go to Settings in your dashboard
- Select Notifications
- Toggle each notification type on or off for email delivery
- Click Save Changes
Changes take effect immediately. In-app notifications are always active regardless of your email preferences.
Managing Notifications
- Mark as read: click a notification to mark it as read, or use Mark All Read to clear the badge
- Review older notifications: scroll down in the notification panel to see past activity
- Stay current: check your notifications regularly so visitor messages don't go unanswered