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Getting Started with Foundry
Welcome to Foundry. This guide will walk you through logging in, finding your way around the dashboard, and understanding how your website is organised.
You do not need any technical knowledge to use Foundry. Everything is designed to be straightforward.
Logging In
- Open your web browser (Chrome, Safari, Edge, or Firefox all work).
- Go to the Foundry content management system - https://foundry.brasslabs.co.uk/
- Enter your email address and password.
- Click Sign In.
If you have forgotten your password, contact support to reset it.
Your First Look at the Dashboard
Once you log in, you will see the dashboard.
The main navigation is on the left side of the screen. It lists the different areas you can manage, such as Pages, Blog Posts, Media, and Settings.
The main area in the centre of the screen will show you an overview of your website, including any recent activity.
Do not worry if it looks like a lot at first. You will only need a small number of these sections for your day-to-day work.
Understanding How Your Website Is Organised
Your website is made up of several parts. Here is a simple overview:
- Pages are the individual pages on your website, such as About, and Contact.
- Sections are the blocks of content within each page, such as a hero banner, a services list, or a testimonials area.
- Media is the library of images and files used across your website.
- Blog is where you manage any news or articles on your site (if your website includes a blog).
- Settings is where your business name, contact details, and branding information are stored.
You Cannot Break Your Website
Even if you make a mistake, changes can be corrected. Nothing you do in the content areas of Foundry is permanent or dangerous.
If you are ever unsure, save your work and contact your support team before publishing.