Overview
The Settings section is organized into three main areas: Profile, Workspace, and Features. Complete these settings early for optimal Flashquotes performance. Navigation structure:- Profile - Your personal notification preferences
- Workspace - Company settings, locations, and Stripe setup (labeled “Company” in navigation)
- Features - Branding, quotes, add-ons, service charges, and other business tools
Company Settings
Access these settings from the main/settings page (labeled “Company” in navigation).
Company Information
Company Information
Basic company details include:
- Company name
- Company ID
- Invoice display name
- Invoice address
- Contact email
- Contact phone
Company and location IDs are used for building automations with platforms like Zapier.
Stripe Setup
Stripe Setup
Connect your Stripe account for payment processing:
- Link Stripe Connect account
- Configure payment methods
- Set up automatic payment collection
Location Management
Location Management
Configure your service locations:
- Set primary headquarters
- Define resource storage locations
- Enable accurate timeline calculations
- Manage multiple service areas
Timeline Defaults
Time Parameters
Time Parameters
Configure default durations for: 1. Loading Time - Duration for packing
and loading at headquarters 2. Setup Time - Duration for event location
setup 3. Cleanup Time - Duration for post-service packup 4. Unloading
Time - Duration for headquarters unloading and restocking
Notification Preferences
Alert Settings
Alert Settings
Customize email notifications for: - New bookings - Payment receipts - Lead
submissions
Each user can manage their own alert preferences independently.
Task Templates
Task Configuration
Task Configuration
Manage two types of task templates: 1. Admin Tasks - Internal management
tasks - Operational checklists 2. Event Brief Tasks - Section assignment
- Task ordering - Markdown formatting support
Quote Settings
Quote Defaults
Quote Defaults
Configure default settings for: - Quote expiration dates - Hero messages -
Hero images - Service area radius
Use hero messages to showcase your gallery or menu links for better
conversion.
Quote Template
Quote Template
Configure your quote template for higher conversion rates:
- Modern e-commerce inspired design
- Rich photo galleries and social proof
- Dynamic add-on selection
- Real-time availability indicators
Add-on Management
Add-on Configuration
Add-on Configuration
Create and manage add-ons with: - Unique IDs for automation - Multiple
pricing options: - Per unit - Flat price - Hourly rate - Resource-based
Service Charges
Service Charge Configuration
Service Charge Configuration
Add percentage-based or flat fees to quotes and invoices:
- Service fees and gratuity
- Corkage and operational fees
- Auto-apply to new quotes
- Tax configuration options
Branding
Brand Settings
Brand Settings
Customize your brand appearance: - Upload company logo - Set brand colors -
Configure form appearance - Customize client-facing elements
Plan Management
Subscription Options
Subscription Options
Available plans:
- Free tier
- Starter plan
- Pro plan
- QuickBooks integration
- Automatic invoice/payment sync
- API access for automations
Integrations
Integrations
Pro tier integrations:
- QuickBooks connection
- API access key generation
- Zapier automation support
- Additional platform connections
Best Practices
- Complete Stripe connection first (in Company settings)
- Set up branding early (logo and colors only)
- Configure timeline defaults accurately
- Review and customize task templates
- Set appropriate notification preferences (in Profile settings)
Next Steps
After configuring settings:- Set up forms
- Configure integrations
- Review automation options
- Test client-facing elements

