Creating Your First Team
Set up your team in SimpleStaff and get ready to start scheduling. This guide walks you through every step of the process.
Before You Begin
Make sure you have:
- A verified SimpleStaff account
- Your team or company name ready
- (Optional) A logo image for branding
Navigate to Create Team
After logging in, you'll see the option to create a team from your dashboard. Click on "Create Team" in the navigation menu or from the welcome screen.
Enter Your Team Name
Choose a name that your team members will recognize. This can be your company name, department, store number, or location.
Pro Tip
If you manage multiple locations, include the location in the name (e.g., "Acme Corp - Downtown")
Choose Your Subdomain
Pro Tier Feature
Custom subdomains are available exclusively for Pro tier subscribers. Upgrade to Pro to create your own branded URL.
Your subdomain creates a unique URL for your team: yourteam.simplestaff.ca
This is what your employees will use to access schedules. Choose something short and memorable.
Subdomain Rules:
- • Must be 3-30 characters
- • Only letters, numbers, and hyphens allowed
- • Cannot start or end with a hyphen
- • Must be unique (not already taken)
Important
Your subdomain cannot be changed after creation. Choose carefully!
Add Your Logo (Optional)
Paid Subscriber Feature
Custom logo branding is available for paid subscribers. View pricing plans to unlock this feature.
Upload your company logo to personalize your team's experience. Your logo will appear in the navigation bar and email notifications.
Logo Requirements:
- • PNG, JPG, or SVG format
- • Recommended size: 200x200 pixels or larger
- • Square aspect ratio works best
- • Maximum file size: 2MB
Review and Create
Review your settings and click "Create Team"to finalize. You'll be automatically redirected to your new team's dashboard.
What's Next?
Now that your team is created, you're ready to:
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