homepage.dev

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions and answers about homepage.dev platform

Frequently Asked Questions

Find quick answers to the most common questions about homepage.dev. If you don't see your question here, check our Troubleshooting Guide or contact support.

Getting Started

What is homepage.dev?

homepage.dev is a collaborative homepage platform that transforms your browser's new tab page into a powerful, organized workspace. You can create unlimited pages with tabs and categories to organize bookmarks, collaborate with team members in real-time, and access your resources from anywhere.

How is homepage.dev different from other bookmark managers?

Key Differentiators:

Is homepage.dev free?

Yes! homepage.dev offers a generous free plan that includes:

Paid plans add features like:

Do I need to install anything?

No installation required! homepage.dev is a web application that works in any modern browser. However, we also offer:

Account & Authentication

How do I create an account?

  1. Visit homepage.dev
  2. Click "Sign Up" or "Get Started"
  3. Choose your authentication method:
    • Email and password
    • Google OAuth
    • GitHub OAuth
    • Microsoft OAuth
  4. Verify your email address
  5. Complete your profile setup

Can I use my company email to sign up?

Yes! Using your company email is recommended because:

What authentication methods are supported?

Individual Users:

Enterprise Users:

How do I enable two-factor authentication?

  1. Go to Settings → Security
  2. Click "Enable Two-Factor Authentication"
  3. Scan QR code with authenticator app (Authy, Google Authenticator, etc.)
  4. Enter verification code to confirm setup
  5. Save backup codes in secure location

Supported Authenticator Apps:

Pages & Organization

How many pages can I create?

There's no limit on the number of pages you can create on any plan. However, practical limits depend on your usage patterns:

What's the difference between pages, tabs, and categories?

Pages → Top-level organization (like different contexts: Work, Personal, Project A) Tabs → Secondary organization within pages (like Development, Documentation, Tools) Categories → Collections of related bookmarks within tabs (like GitHub Repos, API Docs)

Example structure:

Work (Page)
├── Development (Tab)
│   ├── Code Repositories (Category)
│   ├── Documentation (Category)
│   └── Tools (Category)
├── Meetings (Tab)
│   ├── Daily Standups (Category)
│   └── Sprint Planning (Category)

Can I organize pages in folders or hierarchies?

Currently, pages are organized in a flat structure, but you can use:

Hierarchical page organization is planned for future releases.

How do I share a page with others?

  1. Open the page you want to share
  2. Click the "⋮" menu button
  3. Select "Share Page"
  4. Choose sharing options:
    • View Only: Recipients can see but not edit
    • Edit: Recipients can add and modify content
    • Admin: Full control including sharing settings
  5. Enter email addresses or generate share link
  6. Set expiration date (optional)
  7. Send invitation

Bookmarks & Content

How many bookmarks can I store?

Plan Limits:

Performance Recommendations:

Can I import bookmarks from my browser?

Yes! We support importing from all major browsers:

Supported Formats:

Import Process:

  1. Export bookmarks from your browser
  2. Go to Settings → Import Data
  3. Select your browser and upload file
  4. Choose destination tab and category options
  5. Review and confirm import

What happens to my bookmarks if I delete my account?

Account Deletion Process:

Data Export Options:

Can I access bookmarks offline?

Current Offline Support:

Planned Offline Features:

Collaboration & Teams

How does real-time collaboration work?

homepage.dev uses WebSocket technology to provide instant updates:

Technical Requirements:

Can I see who added what bookmarks?

Yes! Activity tracking includes:

Privacy Note: Activity tracking can be disabled for privacy-sensitive organizations.

How do team permissions work?

Role-Based Permissions:

RoleViewEditShareAdmin
Owner✅✅✅✅
Admin✅✅✅✅
Editor✅✅❌❌
Viewer✅❌❌❌

Granular Permissions:

What's the maximum team size?

Plan Limits:

Performance Considerations:

Technical Questions

What browsers are supported?

Fully Supported:

Mobile Browsers:

Not Supported:

Is my data secure?

Security Measures:

Data Protection:

Where is my data stored?

Data Centers:

Data Residency:

Does homepage.dev work with my corporate firewall?

Network Requirements:

Corporate IT Configuration:

Pricing & Billing

What payment methods do you accept?

Accepted Payment Methods:

Billing Frequency:

Can I change my plan later?

Yes! Plan changes are flexible:

Upgrading:

Downgrading:

Enterprise Changes:

Is there a student discount?

Yes! We offer educational discounts:

Verification Process:

What happens if I cancel my subscription?

Cancellation Process:

After Cancellation:

Data Retention:

API & Integrations

Is there an API available?

Yes! homepage.dev provides a comprehensive REST API:

API Access:

What integrations are available?

Popular Integrations:

Browser Extensions:

Can I build custom integrations?

Absolutely! Our platform is developer-friendly:

Integration Options:

Developer Resources:

Are there webhook notifications?

Yes! Webhooks provide real-time notifications for:

Webhook Features:

Mobile & Accessibility

Is there a mobile app?

Current Mobile Support:

Planned Native Apps:

Is homepage.dev accessible?

We're committed to accessibility for all users:

Accessibility Features:

Assistive Technology Support:

Can I use keyboard shortcuts?

Yes! Extensive keyboard shortcuts for power users:

Global Shortcuts:

Navigation Shortcuts:

Bookmark Shortcuts:

Have more questions? Contact our support team at support@homepage.dev or check our comprehensive documentation for detailed guides and tutorials.

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