The System Settings panel is the master configuration board for your OwnPay platform. It handles localization, email support mappings, dashboard titles, public base URLs, and platform maintenance controls.
Getting here
- Log in to the OwnPay admin dashboard as the super-administrator
- Under the SYSTEM section in the left sidebar, click Settings
Page sections
1. Application settings
- App Name: The visual name of the platform (e.g.,
Own Pay)
- Base URL: The primary domain name where OwnPay is hosted
- Timezone: Dropdown to select the default system timezone
- Support Email: The global support email address displayed on checkout flows
- Footer Text: Custom copyright or company text shown at the bottom of the admin panel
2. Maintenance mode control
- Maintenance Mode Toggle: When enabled, all customer-facing checkout screens and landing pages are blocked, returning an HTTP 503 page. The administrative dashboard remains fully accessible to logged-in staff
Fields and options reference
Best practices
- Verify that the Base URL matches your SSL certificate protocol (
https://)
- Enable Maintenance Mode when uploading platform updates or refactoring database structures
- Do not change the timezone frequently, as it can cause visual anomalies in daily reporting charts
- Do not enter a trailing slash
/ at the end of your Base URL field
Runtime settings are saved in the op_system_settings table under the runtime group. Bypassing settings API calls by writing raw database queries can lead to cache mismatch errors. Always edit settings through this panel or the EnvironmentService::get() container wrappers.
Common mistakes and troubleshooting
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