# Organization type

The **organization type** is used to customize the experience for users
in your organization, including initial organization settings and
Welcome Bot messages received by new users.

## Set organization type

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{settings_tab|organization-profile}

1. Under **Organization type**, select the option that best fits
   your organization.

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## Related articles

* [Configure default new user settings](/help/configure-default-new-user-settings)
* [Communities directory](/help/communities-directory)
