Managing your messaging preferences allows you to control who can contact you on the platform, ensuring a balance between accessibility and privacy. Receiving messages from anyone can be useful if you want to network, connect with new users, or engage in discussions. Restricting messages can help maintain privacy and reduce unwanted interactions.

To manage your messaging preferences:

1. Click on the Messages tab in your user dashboard.
2. Click on the Settings cog located at the bottom left corner.
3. In the settings menu, locate the option labeled “Who can start private conversations with you?”.
4. To receive messages from anyone, check this option. To only receive messages from people you’ve contacted first, check “Nobody”.
5. The changes will apply automatically.