User Profiles properties in SharePoint 2013

Accepted answer

User Profile properties in client API like JavaScript , CSOM etc. are read-only (except Profile Picture) .

You must use SharePoint Server-side object model code to update user profile properties .

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Manpreet Singh12y ago

I am one of the Admin, How can we set the field using JavaScript ?

Manesh Golekar12y ago

Yes , you can . .!

You must be SharePoint farm Admin or User Profile Service Admin Group member to edit property.