Support
The Support inbox is your direct line to GitScrum's support team. Submit tickets for bugs, feature requests, or questions, and track their progress through resolution. Pro subscribers receive priority response times.
Support Overview
Access Support from the main navigation. The interface follows an email-inbox pattern with three panels:
| Panel | Description |
|---|---|
| Sidebar | Filter tickets by status, category, priority |
| Ticket List | Browse all your tickets |
| Detail Panel | View and respond to selected ticket |
Header Statistics
Quick counts show ticket status at a glance:
- Red dot: Open tickets requiring attention
- Yellow dot: In progress tickets being worked on
- Green dot: Resolved tickets
Click any statistic to filter the list.
Creating Tickets
Report issues or ask questions by creating a support ticket.
New Ticket Form
Click Create Ticket to open the submission form:
| Field | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Title | Yes | Brief description of your issue |
| Category | Yes | Bug, Feature Request, or Question |
| Priority | Yes | Low, Medium, High, or Critical |
| Description | Yes | Detailed explanation with steps to reproduce |
| Attachments | No | Supporting files (screenshots, logs) |
Writing Effective Tickets
Good title examples:
✓ Cannot login after password reset
✓ Dashboard charts not loading on Safari
✓ Request: Dark mode for mobile appGood description structure:
What happened:
Dashboard shows "Loading..." indefinitely
Expected behavior:
Charts should display within 3 seconds
Steps to reproduce:
1. Open Dashboard
2. Wait for page load
3. Charts remain stuck on loading state
Browser: Safari 17.2
OS: macOS SonomaCategory Selection
Choose the most appropriate category:
| Category | When to Use | Icon |
|---|---|---|
| Bug | Something isn't working correctly | 🐛 Red |
| Feature Request | Suggest new functionality | 💡 Purple |
| Question | Need help or clarification | ❓ Blue |
Priority Levels
Select based on impact:
| Priority | Description | Response Target |
|---|---|---|
| Low | Minor issue, workaround exists | 48 hours |
| Medium | Affects productivity | 24 hours |
| High | Blocks important work | 4 hours |
| Critical | System down, data at risk | 1 hour |
Note: Response targets are for Pro subscribers. Free tier response times may vary.
Attachments
Attach files to help explain your issue:
Supported formats:
- Images: JPG, PNG, GIF
- Documents: PDF, TXT
- Logs: LOG
- Archives: ZIP
Limits:
- Maximum 5 files per ticket
- Maximum 10MB per file
Managing Tickets
Ticket List
The central panel shows all your tickets:
| Element | Description |
|---|---|
| Status dot | Color indicates current state |
| Ticket code | Unique identifier (e.g., TICK-001234) |
| Title | Ticket subject |
| Preview | Last message or description snippet |
| Category badge | Bug/Feature/Question |
| Priority badge | Only shown for High/Critical |
| Timestamp | When last updated |
| Support replied | Green text if support responded |
Filtering Tickets
Use sidebar filters to find specific tickets:
By Status:
- All
- Open (new, not yet addressed)
- In Progress (being worked on)
- Resolved (solution provided)
- Closed (completed)
By Category:
- All
- Bug
- Feature Request
- Question
By Priority:
- All
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Searching Tickets
Use the search box (Ctrl+K) to find tickets by:
- Title keywords
- Ticket code
- Description content
Keyboard Navigation
| Key | Action |
|---|---|
| ↑↓ | Navigate ticket list |
| Enter | Select ticket |
| R | Refresh list |
| Ctrl+K | Focus search |
| Escape | Clear search/selection |
Ticket Detail View
Select a ticket to view full details and conversation thread.
Detail Header
Shows:
- Ticket code - Unique identifier
- Status badge - Current state with color
- Resolve button - Quick action to mark resolved
- Close button - Return to list
Ticket Information
Below header:
- Title - Full ticket subject
- Created - When submitted
- By - Who submitted
- Category - Bug/Feature/Question
- Priority - Low to Critical
Conversation Thread
Messages display chronologically:
Your messages:
[Avatar] John Doe · 2h ago
Message content here...
[Attachments if any]Support responses:
[Avatar] GitScrum Support · 1h ago (green)
Response from support team...
[Attachments if any]Internal notes (if visible):
[Avatar] Support Agent · 30m ago
[internal] Note for internal referenceResponding to Tickets
Reply Box
Compose responses at the bottom of ticket detail:
- Text area - Write your message
- Attach button - Add files
- Send button - Submit reply
Sending Replies
- Type your message in text area
- Attach files if needed (click paperclip)
- Send via button or Ctrl+Enter
Attachment Management
In reply box:
- Click paperclip to select files
- Count shows "2 file(s)"
- Click X to remove all attachments
- Same limits as ticket creation
Ticket Statuses
Status Flow
Typical ticket progression:
Open → In Progress → Resolved → ClosedAlternative flows:
Open → Waiting Customer → In Progress → Resolved
Open → Closed (if invalid/duplicate)Status Definitions
| Status | Meaning | Your Action |
|---|---|---|
| Open | Submitted, awaiting support | Wait for response |
| In Progress | Support actively investigating | May be asked for info |
| Waiting Customer | Support needs more info from you | Reply with details |
| Resolved | Solution provided | Verify fix, rate support |
| Closed | Ticket completed | No action needed |
Resolving Tickets
If your issue is fixed:
- Click "Resolve" button in ticket header
- Status changes to Resolved
- Satisfaction survey appears (for resolved tickets)
Satisfaction Rating
After ticket resolution, rate your support experience.
Rating Scale
1-5 stars indicating:
| Stars | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ⭐ | Very dissatisfied |
| ⭐⭐ | Dissatisfied |
| ⭐⭐⭐ | Neutral |
| ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Satisfied |
| ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Very satisfied |
Providing Feedback
- Click stars to set rating
- Optionally add written feedback
- Submit to record rating
Example:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"Quick response, problem solved immediately. Great support!"When Ratings Appear
- Only for resolved/closed tickets
- One rating per ticket
- Cannot modify after submission
- Rating displayed on ticket detail
Support Response Times
Pro Subscribers
Priority support with faster response:
| Priority | Target Response |
|---|---|
| Critical | Within 1 hour |
| High | Within 4 hours |
| Medium | Within 24 hours |
| Low | Within 48 hours |
Free Tier
Community support:
| Priority | Target Response |
|---|---|
| All | Within 72 hours |
Note: Complex issues may require additional time regardless of tier.
Best Practices
Before Creating a Ticket
- Search existing tickets - your issue may already be reported
- Check documentation - answer might be in help content
- Try basic troubleshooting - clear cache, refresh, different browser
When Writing Tickets
- Be specific - Include exact error messages
- Provide context - What were you trying to do?
- Include steps - How can support reproduce the issue?
- Attach evidence - Screenshots, console logs, recordings
Following Up
- Reply promptly when support asks for information
- Provide requested details in full
- Mark resolved when your issue is fixed
- Rate your experience to help improve support
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check ticket status?
Open Support from navigation, your tickets list shows current status of each ticket with color-coded indicators.
Can I reopen a closed ticket?
Reply to a closed ticket to reopen it automatically. For better tracking, consider creating a new ticket referencing the old one.
Who can see my support tickets?
Only you and GitScrum support staff. Workspace administrators cannot view your personal support tickets.
How do I escalate urgent issues?
Set priority to Critical when creating the ticket. For workspace-down emergencies, Pro subscribers can contact emergency support directly.
Can I attach multiple files to a reply?
Yes, up to 5 files per message with 10MB maximum per file.
What happens to tickets when I leave a workspace?
Support tickets are tied to your account, not workspace. They remain accessible regardless of workspace membership.
Contact Alternatives
Email Support
For users who prefer email:
- support@gitscrum.com
- Include workspace name in subject
- Responses create tickets automatically
Documentation
Self-service resources:
- Help Center - Comprehensive guides
- API Documentation - Technical reference
- Release Notes - Recent updates
Related Pages
- Billing - Subscription and payment management
- Profile - Account settings
- Workspace Settings - Workspace configuration