Complete Site Management Guide
Master every aspect of your Postion site. A comprehensive walkthrough of all 16 site management modules from general settings to analytics.
Your Site Dashboard
When you select a site from your main dashboard, you enter the Site Dashboard—your command center for managing everything about that specific publication. This guide walks you through every module available.
Navigation Tip: All site settings are accessible from the left sidebar when viewing your site dashboard.
Site Management Modules Overview
Your site dashboard includes 16 powerful modules organized into logical categories:
| Category | Modules | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Content | Posts, Tags, Templates, Import, Export | Create and organize content |
| Design | General, Appearance, Custom Domains | Brand and customize |
| Discovery | SEO, Analytics | Grow and understand traffic |
| Revenue | Plans, Subscribers, Subscriptions, Purchases, Earnings | Monetize your work |
| Communication | Engage your audience |
Content Management
Posts
The heart of your publication. Manage all your articles from one place.
📝 Creating Posts
Use our WYSIWYG editor with AI assistance to write and format beautiful content.
📊 Post Overview
See all posts with status (draft/published), views, and engagement at a glance.
Key Features:
- Filter by status: All, Published, Drafts, Scheduled
- Search posts by title or content
- Bulk actions: Publish, Unpublish, Delete
- Quick edit for titles and settings
Tags
Organize content by topic for easy navigation.
Go to Tags in your site sidebar
Click Create Tag to add a new category
Set a name, slug, and optional description
Assign colors for visual distinction
Best Practices:
- Keep tags broad (5-15 total tags recommended)
- Use consistent naming conventions
- Review and merge similar tags periodically
Templates
Apply professional designs to your site.
- Choose Template: Select from available templates in your account
- Preview: See how your content looks before applying
- Customize: Many templates support custom colors and layouts
Visit the Template Marketplace to browse and purchase additional premium templates.
Import Posts
Bring your existing content from other platforms:
| Platform | Import Format | Supported Content |
|---|---|---|
| WordPress | XML export | Posts, pages, images |
| Substack | CSV export | Posts, subscriber lists |
| Medium | HTML export | Posts, images |
See our Migration Guide for step-by-step instructions.
Export Data
Download your content and subscriber data anytime:
- Posts: Export all posts as Markdown or JSON
- Subscribers: Download subscriber list as CSV
- Analytics: Export traffic and revenue data
You own your data. We believe in zero lock-in. Export everything, anytime, no restrictions.
Design & Branding
General Settings
Configure the fundamentals of your site:
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Site Name | Your publication's display name |
| Tagline | A short description shown in headers |
| Site URL | Your subdomain (e.g., yoursite.postion.app) |
| Language | Primary content language |
| Timezone | For scheduling and analytics |
Appearance
Customize your site's visual identity:
🎨 Colors
Primary, secondary, and accent colors that reflect your brand.
✍️ Typography
Choose fonts for headers and body text.
🖼️ Logo & Favicon
Upload your brand assets.
Additional Options:
- Header layout (centered, left-aligned, minimal)
- Footer content and links
- Social media icons
- Custom CSS (for advanced users)
Domains
Connect your own domain for professional branding:
- Subdomain: Every site gets
yoursite.postion.appfree - Custom Domain: Connect
blog.yourdomain.com
Custom domains are available on Premium plans. See our Custom Domain Guide for setup instructions.
Discovery & Growth
SEO Settings
Optimize your site for search engines:
| Setting | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Meta Title | Default title for search results |
| Meta Description | Default description snippet |
| Social Image | Default image for social shares |
| Robots Settings | Control search engine indexing |
| Sitemap | Automatically generated |
Per-Post SEO: Each post has its own SEO settings that override site defaults:
- Custom title tag
- Custom meta description
- Featured image for social
- Canonical URL (for republished content)
Analytics
Understand your audience with built-in analytics:
📈 Traffic Overview
- • Page views (daily, weekly, monthly)
- • Unique visitors
- • Bounce rate
- • Average time on page
📊 Content Performance
- • Top performing posts
- • Traffic sources
- • Geographic distribution
- • Device breakdown
For deeper analytics, see our Advanced Analytics Guide.
Revenue Management
Plans
Create subscription tiers for your audience:
Navigate to Plans in your site dashboard
Click Create Plan
Set name, description, and price (monthly/annual)
Define what subscribers get (benefits list)
Configure access permissions
Plan Types:
- Free Plan: Build your list with public content
- Paid Plans: Monthly or annual subscriptions
- Trial Periods: Offer free trials to reduce friction
Subscribers
View and manage everyone who follows your work:
| View | Description |
|---|---|
| All Subscribers | Complete list with email, join date |
| Paid Only | Subscribers on paid plans |
| Free Only | Free tier subscribers |
| Recent | Latest signups |
Actions:
- Export subscriber list
- View individual profiles
- Send targeted emails
Subscriptions
Track active subscriptions and their status:
- Active: Currently paying subscribers
- Trialing: In free trial period
- Canceled: Set to expire, not renewing
- Expired: Past subscribers
Purchases
For sites selling individual content:
- View all one-time purchases
- See revenue per post
- Track refunds and disputes
Earnings
Your financial overview:
💵 Revenue
Total earnings, MRR, and historical trends.
📉 Churn
Cancellation rates and retention metrics.
💳 Payouts
Payment history and upcoming deposits.
Email & Communication
Email Campaigns
Engage your subscribers with newsletters:
Campaign Types:
- Post Broadcast: Send a published post to subscribers
- Custom Newsletter: Create a standalone email
- Automated Sequences: Welcome series, drip campaigns
Features:
- Rich text editor
- Schedule for later
- Send to specific segments
- A/B testing subject lines
Email sending is subject to quotas based on your plan. Check Email Quotas for details.
Quick Reference
| Task | Where to Go |
|---|---|
| Write a new post | Posts → New Post |
| Change site colors | Appearance → Colors |
| Add a custom domain | Domains → Add Domain |
| Create a subscription plan | Plans → Create Plan |
| View subscriber list | Subscribers |
| Check revenue | Earnings |
| Send a newsletter | Email → New Campaign |
| Export all content | Export |
Need Help?
- Quick Start Guide: Get up and running fast
- Core Concepts: Understand Postion's structure
- FAQ: Common questions answered