> ## 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 Info Hub

> Create public-facing study information pages

The Public Info Hub provides a public-facing website for your study, enabling potential participants, referring physicians, and the general public to learn about your research.

## What is the Public Info Hub?

The Public Info Hub is a customizable public page 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 Public Hub">
    Toggle "Public Information Hub" to enabled.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Configure Content">
    Add and customize the public-facing content.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Publish">
    Review and publish your public page.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Configuring Public Content

### Study Information Page

The main study page includes:

| Section            | Content                             |
| ------------------ | ----------------------------------- |
| **Title**          | Study name and identifier           |
| **Description**    | Plain-language summary of the study |
| **Purpose**        | Why the study is being conducted    |
| **Eligibility**    | Who can participate                 |
| **What to Expect** | Participant experience overview     |

### Participant Information Page

Additional page focused on participant perspective:

* Study procedures
* Time commitment
* Potential risks and benefits
* Compensation (if applicable)

<Tip>
  Write public content in plain language. Avoid medical jargon that may confuse potential participants.
</Tip>

## Site Listings

When enabled, the Public Hub can display:

* Names and locations of participating sites
* Site contact information
* Recruitment status per site

<Note>
  Sites can control their visibility on the public page. Some sites may choose not to be listed publicly.
</Note>

## Custom Documents

Upload documents to share publicly:

* Lay summaries
* Infographics
* Recruitment flyers
* Consent form previews

Supported formats include PDF and common document types.

## Participant Registration Portal

If enabled, the Public Hub can include a registration form:

1. Potential participants provide contact information
2. Information is captured as a candidate record
3. Site team reviews and contacts qualified candidates
4. Registration converts to enrollment when appropriate

<Accordion title="Configuring Registration">
  Enable participant registration in Study Settings > Public Features > Participant Registration Portal. Configure which information to collect and any screening questions.
</Accordion>

## Access and URLs

The Public Hub is accessible via a unique URL:

* URL format is based on your study identifier
* Share the URL in recruitment materials
* QR codes can link directly to the page

## Customization

Customize the appearance of your Public Hub:

* Study logo
* Color scheme (inherits from organization branding)
* Section ordering
* Content visibility

## Analytics

Track Public Hub engagement:

* Page views
* Registration submissions
* Site contact clicks

## Best Practices

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Keep Content Current">
    Update recruitment status and site listings as your study progresses.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Plain Language">
    Use 8th-grade reading level for public content to maximize accessibility.
  </Accordion>

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

  <Accordion title="Include Contact Options">
    Provide multiple ways for interested people to reach out (phone, email, form).
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Related

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

  <Card title="External Access" icon="link" href="/public-features/external-access">
    PIN-based access for external users.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>