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  1. Account Settings

Adjust Appearance

Control how WatchDog displays by selecting light, dark, or system-based appearance modes.
Who can use this feature?
All Account Owners, Security Admins and End Users
Available on the Free, Core and Business plans

Adjust Appearance Mode#

1
Sign in to WatchDog Security
Sign in to the WatchDog Security Platform.
2
Open Settings
Navigate to User Profile > Settings.
3
Select General Tab
Click on the General tab within the Settings page.
4
Select Appearance Mode
Choose between System, Light, or Dark modes.
5
Save Changes
Click Save Changes to apply your updates.

What Happens Next#

Your selected appearance mode is applied immediately.
The interface adjusts based on your chosen display preference.
Your selection persists across future sessions.

Troubleshooting#

Appearance Not Changing
If the display mode does not update:
Ensure you clicked Save Changes
Refresh the page after saving
Verify your selection under Appearance
Modified at 2026-03-26 21:22:03
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