Accessing Your Profile Settings

Your profile is in two places, both in the user menu (click your initial in the top-right corner). My Profile has your name, contact details and designee number. Settings, on its Profile tab, has your profile text (your bio), the instructions sent with every confirmed checkride, and your custom profile URL.

The Profile tab in Settings, with your profile text, the instructions sent with every confirmed checkride, and your custom profile URL
The Profile tab in Settings, with your profile text, the instructions sent with every confirmed checkride, and your custom profile URL

Display Name

Your display name is what applicants see when they find you, by searching for your name or on the DPE map, or receive checkride offers from you. It comes from your DMS record when you register, and you can change it at any time under Name on My Profile. Use the name you are commonly known by professionally — applicants will search for you by this name.

Contact Information

Fill in your contact details on My Profile so applicants know how to reach you outside the platform if needed:

  • Email — Your account email, which applicants see on your profile. It is also how you sign in, so it can't be changed on My Profile.
  • Phone Number — Adding a phone number is optional but recommended. Some applicants prefer to call, especially for last-minute coordination on checkride day.
My Profile, with your name, email, phone number, the text message opt-in and your designee number
My Profile, with your name, email, phone number, the text message opt-in and your designee number

Writing Your Bio

Your bio, the Profile Text on the Profile tab in Settings, is one of the most important parts of your profile. This is the text applicants read when they find you, by name or on the DPE map, and are deciding whether to join your waitlist.

A good DPE bio typically includes:

  • The checkride types you offer (Private, Instrument, Commercial, ATP, CFI, etc.)
  • Your general geographic area and testing locations
  • Your typical availability (weekdays, weekends, specific days)
  • Your approach to checkrides and what applicants can expect
  • Any special qualifications, experience highlights, or aircraft type ratings
Write your bio with the applicant in mind. They are often nervous about their checkride and looking for a DPE who is approachable and clear about expectations. A well-written bio helps set the right tone before you ever meet.

Your FAA Designee Number

Your FAA designee number was entered during registration and is linked to your official FAA Designee Management System (DMS) records. This connection helps verify your designation and provides applicants with confidence that you are an active, authorized examiner. You cannot change this number directly from the profile page — contact support if a correction is needed.

How Your Profile Appears to Applicants

Your completed profile is public. Applicants find it by searching for your name with Find a DPE, or on the DPE map, where they choose a checkride type and select DPEs near them. Your profile shows your display name, bio, the checkride types you offer, and your testing locations. A complete, well-written profile significantly increases the likelihood that applicants will join your waitlist.

Your public profile as anyone sees it: your name and contact details, profile text, locations, and the form to book a checkride or join your waitlist
Your public profile as anyone sees it: your name and contact details, profile text, locations, and the form to book a checkride or join your waitlist
Because your profile is publicly visible to anyone, avoid including sensitive personal information. Stick to professional details that help applicants understand your services and availability.