> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.wcstudio.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Understanding the dashboard

# 🖥️ Understanding the Dashboard

The **WC Studio Dashboard** is your central command panel for managing all aspects of your eCommerce ecosystem. From store overviews to performance insights and quick actions, it’s designed to give you an instant full picture.

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## 📍 Accessing the Dashboard

To access the dashboard:

1. Log in to your [WC Studio Account](#).
2. Once logged in, you’ll land directly on the **Dashboard Home** screen.

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## 🌐 Dashboard Overview

Here’s what you’ll find in the main dashboard:

### ✅ Store Count

Shows how many stores you’ve created, active or archived — with filters for easy navigation.

### ✅ Update Alerts

Real-time notifications about:

* Outdated **themes**, **plugins**, **WooCommerce**, **WordPress**, or **PHP versions**.
* Maintenance tasks and recommended actions.

### ✅ Environment Filters

Switch between different store environments:

* **Live** – Your customer-facing store.
* **Staging** – For testing changes safely.
* **Development** – For building new features or testing plugins.

### ✅ Plan Overview

Quickly see:

* Your **current subscription plan**
* Included resources (e.g., storage, bandwidth, number of stores)
* Renewal or upgrade options

### ✅ Recent Activity

Track recent actions across all stores:

* Store creation, cloning, snapshot restoration
* User activities, team actions or configuration changes
* Plugin/theme updates

### ✅ Resource Center

One-click access to:

* Help documentation
* Live support
* Change Log
* System Status
* WCS Blog
* Learn WordPress

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## 💡 Pro Tip

Use the **Resource Center** to quickly jump to reaching out to support — no need to leave the dashboard.