Welcome, Guide!
Kin Conecta empowers local guides to share their expertise and create meaningful connections with travelers. This guide will help you get started and make the most of the platform.Getting Started
Register as a Guide
When creating your account, select Guía as your account type. Provide:
- Full name
- Date of birth (must be 18+)
- Country code and phone number
- Email address
- Strong password (minimum 8 characters)
Complete Profile Setup
After registration, complete the profile wizard with information about your guiding experience, specialties, and style.
The verification process typically takes 2-3 business days. You’ll receive an email notification once your account is verified.
Building Your Profile
Your profile is your storefront on Kin Conecta. A complete, compelling profile attracts more bookings.Profile Overview
Access your profile from the Tu perfil section in the sidebar. Your profile displays:- Cover photo - Showcase your destination or a signature tour moment
- Profile photo - A professional, friendly headshot works best
- Verified badge - Appears automatically after verification
- Name and location - Help travelers find you
- Star rating - Average from all your reviews
- Hourly rate - Your standard pricing
About You Section
The Sobre mí card is your introduction to travelers:- Write a compelling summary (2-3 sentences) about who you are
- Share your story - what makes you passionate about guiding?
- Highlight unique expertise or local knowledge
- Keep it authentic and personable
Featured Post
Showcase a highlight from your guiding experience:- Upload a stunning photo from a recent tour
- Write engaging caption text
- Share an interesting story or insight
- Update regularly to keep your profile fresh
Guide Style Information
Help travelers understand your approach by completing: Style Details:- Estilo - Your guiding style (storyteller, adventure-focused, educational, etc.)
- Tamaño del grupo - Typical group sizes you handle
- Intensidad del tour - Physical activity level (relaxed, moderate, intense)
- Transporte ofrecido - Whether you provide transportation
- Estilo con fotos - Your approach to photography during tours
- Notas adicionales - Any special information for travelers
Quick Summary Sidebar
The mini cards on the right show at-a-glance information: Experience Level:- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Professional
- Small groups
- Medium groups
- Large groups
- Private tours
- Relaxed
- Moderate
- Fast-paced
Locations and Languages
List all locations where you offer tours and languages you speak. This helps tourists find you in searches.Certifications and Accessibility
Upload certifications:- First aid/CPR training
- Professional guide licenses
- Specialized certifications (diving, climbing, etc.)
- Language proficiency certificates
- Wheelchair accessibility
- Accommodations for hearing impairment
- Accommodations for visual impairment
- Other special needs support
Adding certifications and accessibility information builds trust and helps you reach more travelers with diverse needs.
Updating Photos
To update your profile or cover photo:- Click the edit icon on your photo
- Select an image from your device
- Preview the image
- Click Guardar imagen to save
Managing Your Dashboard
Main Dashboard
The Panel Principal gives you an overview of:- Recent bookings and upcoming tours
- New messages from tourists
- Review notifications
- Earnings summary
Quick Stats
Monitor your performance with key metrics:- Total active tours
- Upcoming bookings
- Response rate
- Average rating
Income Tracking
The Ingresos page helps you monitor your earnings:- View earnings by month
- See breakdown by tour type
- Track completed vs. upcoming payments
- Access payment history
Notifications
Stay on top of your guiding business:- Click the notification bell to view alerts
- Red dot indicates unread notifications
- Get notified about:
- New booking requests
- Messages from tourists
- Reviews from completed tours
- Payment confirmations
Best Practices for Success
Response Time
- Reply to tourist messages within 24 hours
- Quick responses increase booking rates
- Use the chat widget to respond from any page
Profile Completeness
- Fill out all sections of your profile
- Add multiple high-quality photos
- Keep certifications current
- Update availability regularly
Tour Quality
- Create detailed, accurate tour descriptions
- Set realistic expectations
- Maintain high standards of service
- Ask satisfied tourists for reviews
Getting Help
Access support resources:- Ayuda section in the sidebar
- Browse guide-specific FAQs
- Contact support team directly
- Access the help center for tutorials
Next Steps
Now that you’ve set up your profile:- Learn how to create tour offerings
- Master availability management
- Discover messaging best practices
- Understand how to handle reviews
Success on Kin Conecta comes from being authentic, responsive, and delivering exceptional experiences. Welcome to our community of local guides!