Account settings overview

Account settings contain personal preferences and security options specific to your user account, separate from workspace or database settings.

This guide covers how to access and manage your Baserow account settings, including profile information, password, notifications, database tokens, and account deletion.

What are account settings?

Account settings control your personal Baserow profile, security, and preferences. These settings apply only to your individual account across all workspaces you belong to. Changes to account settings don’t affect other users or workspace configurations.

Account settings include:

  • Account - Update your name and interface language
  • Two-factor authentication - Add an extra layer of security to your account
  • Password - Change your account password
  • Email notifications - Configure notification preferences
  • MCP server - Configure Model Context Protocol server access
  • Database tokens - Generate API tokens for integrations
  • Delete account - Permanently remove your Baserow account

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Access account settings

Your account settings are accessible from any page in Baserow.

  1. Click your workspace icon or workspace name in the top-right corner
  2. Select My settings from the dropdown menu
  3. The account settings page opens with tabs for each setting category

You can also log out directly from the account dropdown without opening settings.

Account settings sections

Account

Update your display name and interface language preferences.

Display name: The name shown to other workspace members in comments, row activity logs, and workspace member lists.

Interface language: Choose your preferred language for the Baserow interface. This setting affects only your view; other users see their chosen language.

How to update:

  1. Click the Account tab in the settings page
  2. Edit your name and interface language
  3. Click Update account

Password

Change your account password for security or if you suspect unauthorized access.

Learn more: Password management

Two-factor authentication (2FA)

Two-factor authentication (2FA) protects your account by adding an extra layer of security. When enabled, you’ll be required to enter a six-digit code from an authenticator app in addition to your password when logging in.

How to enable 2FA:

  1. Navigate to your Account settings page.
  2. Click the Two-factor authentication tab (or find the 2FA section).
  3. Click the Enable 2FA button.
  4. Select Authenticator app (Recommended). We suggest using a trusted app such as:
    • Google Authenticator
    • Authy
    • Microsoft Authenticator
  5. Click Continue.
  6. On the next screen:
    1. Scan the QR code using your authenticator app.
    2. Enter the 6-digit code shown in the app to confirm you have set it up correctly.
  7. Your account is now protected with 2FA. You will also be provided with recovery codes; save these in a secure location.

Email notifications

Configure which email notifications you receive for workspace activity, mentions, comments, and other events.

Notification types:

  • Row mentions and comments
  • Workspace invitations
  • Form submissions (if you own forms)
  • Permission changes
  • Workspace updates

Learn more: Notifications

MCP server

Configure Model Context Protocol server settings to enable AI assistant integration with your Baserow data.

Learn more: MCP server documentation (when available)

Database tokens

Generate personal API tokens to authenticate with Baserow’s REST API for programmatic access to your databases.

Database tokens enable:

  • Reading and writing data via API
  • Building custom integrations
  • Automating workflows with external tools
  • Connecting Baserow to thousands of services

Learn more: Database tokens

Delete account

Permanently remove your Baserow account and all associated personal data.

You can schedule the deletion of your account by entering your current password and clicking the button. Your account will be permanently deleted after 30 days. In the meantime, if you log in again, your account deletion will be cancelled.

Learn more: Delete your Baserow account

Account vs workspace settings

Understanding the difference between account and workspace settings helps you make changes in the right place.

Setting type Scope Examples Who can change
Account settings Personal, all workspaces Name, password, 2FA, notifications, tokens Only you
Workspace settings Specific workspace Workspace name, members, permissions Workspace admins
Database settings Specific database Database name, snapshots, API docs Database admins
Table settings Specific table Table name, fields, views Table editors

Account settings affect only your personal experience across all Baserows workspaces. Workspace settings affect everyone in that specific workspace.

Adjust the sidebar width to maximize screen space or improve navigation visibility.

Resize sidebar:

  1. Hover over the edge between sidebar and main content
  2. Cursor changes to a resize icon
  3. Click and drag left to collapse or right to expand
  4. Release to set the new width

Collapsing sidebar in Baserow

Collapsed sidebars hide content but show icons for workspace navigation. Your sidebar width preference persists across sessions.

Frequently asked questions

Can workspace admins change my account settings?

No. Account settings are personal and private to each user. Workspace admins cannot change your password, name, 2FA settings, notification preferences, or other account settings. Only you control your account.

Do my account settings apply to all workspaces?

Yes. Your display name, interface language, and notification preferences apply across all workspaces you belong to. You don’t need separate settings for each workspace.

What happens to my account settings if I leave a workspace?

Your account settings remain unchanged when you leave workspaces. Your name, password, and preferences persist. You only lose access to that specific workspace’s data.

Can I use the same database token across multiple workspaces?

Yes. Database tokens authenticate you across all workspaces you have access to. One token can interact with databases in any workspace where you’re a member, subject to your permissions in each workspace.

How do I change my email address?

Email changes aren’t currently available through account settings. Contact Baserow support for assistance changing your account email address, or contact your self-hosted instance admin.

Will changing my display name affect existing comments or activity logs?

Yes. Your display name updates in the interface and all historical comments and activity logs.

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