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

# Public Hub

> Public-facing study information website

The Public Hub provides a publicly accessible website for your study, allowing potential participants and the general public to learn about your research.

## What is the Public Hub?

A public webpage that displays:

* Study title and description
* Objectives and purpose
* Eligibility information
* Participating sites
* Contact information

## Enabling the Public Hub

<Steps>
  <Step title="Navigate to Settings">
    Go to Study Settings > Public Features.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enable Hub">
    Toggle "Public Information Hub" to enabled.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Configure Pages">
    Set up the study and participant information pages.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Publish">
    Make the hub live.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Content Pages

### Study Information Page

Main study overview:

| Section         | Content                 |
| --------------- | ----------------------- |
| **Title**       | Study name              |
| **Description** | Plain-language overview |
| **Purpose**     | Why the study matters   |
| **Design**      | How the study works     |
| **Eligibility** | Who can participate     |

### Participant Information Page

Detailed information for potential participants:

| Section             | Content                       |
| ------------------- | ----------------------------- |
| **What to Expect**  | Participant experience        |
| **Time Commitment** | Duration and visits           |
| **Benefits/Risks**  | What participants should know |
| **Compensation**    | If applicable                 |

## Configuring Content

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open Page Editor">
    Navigate to Public Hub > Pages.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Edit Sections">
    Add and modify content sections.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Preview">
    Review how the page will appear.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Save and Publish">
    Save changes and publish updates.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Tip>
  Write in plain language at approximately 8th-grade reading level for maximum accessibility.
</Tip>

## Site Listings

Optionally display participating sites:

| Information   | Display Options            |
| ------------- | -------------------------- |
| **Site Name** | Always if listed           |
| **Location**  | City, region               |
| **Contact**   | Phone, email               |
| **Status**    | Recruiting, not recruiting |

### Site Visibility

Sites control their own visibility:

* Opt-in to public listing
* Choose what contact info to display
* Update recruitment status

## Documents

Share documents publicly:

| Document Type         | Purpose                 |
| --------------------- | ----------------------- |
| **Lay Summary**       | Plain-language overview |
| **Infographic**       | Visual study summary    |
| **Recruitment Flyer** | Shareable materials     |

### Uploading Documents

<Steps>
  <Step title="Navigate to Documents">
    Go to Public Hub > Documents.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Upload">
    Click upload and select file.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add Details">
    Provide title and description.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Publish">
    Make document visible.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## URL and Sharing

### Hub URL

Your hub has a unique URL based on study identifier:

* Share in recruitment materials
* Include in advertisements
* Generate QR codes

### Sharing Options

| Method          | Best For         |
| --------------- | ---------------- |
| **Direct Link** | Email, websites  |
| **QR Code**     | Print materials  |
| **Embedded**    | Partner websites |

## Analytics

Track hub engagement:

| Metric                  | Insight                |
| ----------------------- | ---------------------- |
| **Page Views**          | Overall interest       |
| **Site Clicks**         | Site-level interest    |
| **Document Downloads**  | Content engagement     |
| **Registration Starts** | Conversion to interest |

## Best Practices

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Plain Language">
    Avoid medical jargon; use clear, simple language.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Keep Current">
    Update recruitment status and information regularly.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Review for Accuracy">
    Ensure content matches IRB-approved materials.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Multiple Contact Options">
    Provide various ways for people to reach out.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Related

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Participant Portal" icon="user" href="/public-features/participant-portal">
    Self-registration for participants.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Public Info Hub (Study Design)" icon="globe" href="/study-design/public-info-hub">
    Study design configuration.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>