Before You Contact Support
Free & ProComplete this checklist to get faster help.
Quick Fixes to Try First
Before emailing support, try these:
- Clear browser cache - Ctrl+Shift+R (Windows) or Cmd+Shift+R (Mac)
- Clear site cache - If using caching plugin, purge all cache
- Try incognito mode - Test in private browser window
- Try different browser - Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge
- Wait 5 minutes - Sometimes servers need time to process
Information to Gather
Support needs this information to help you quickly:
1. Version Numbers
WordPress Version:
- Go to Dashboard > Updates
- Note the version number (e.g., 6.4.2)
BuddyX Pro Version:
- Go to Appearance > Themes
- Click on BuddyX Pro
- Note version in theme details
PHP Version:
- Go to Tools > Site Health > Info > Server
- Find PHP version (e.g., 8.1)
2. Screenshot of the Problem
Take a screenshot showing:
- The exact error or issue
- The URL where it happens
- Any error messages
How to screenshot:
- Windows: Press
Windows + Shift + S - Mac: Press
Cmd + Shift + 4
3. Steps to Reproduce
Write down exactly how to see the problem:
- Go to [specific page]
- Click [specific button]
- See [specific error]
4. What You've Already Tried
List troubleshooting steps completed:
- Cleared browser cache
- Cleared site cache
- Disabled plugins
- Switched to default theme
- Checked Site Health
Site Health Report
Copy your site info for support:
- Go to Tools > Site Health
- Click Info tab
- Click Copy site info to clipboard
- Save this text to include in your email
Plugin List
If asked, provide your active plugins:
- Go to Plugins > Installed Plugins
- Screenshot or list all active plugins
Support Email Template
Copy and fill in:
SUBJECT: [Brief description of issue]
WEBSITE URL: [your-site.com]
WORDPRESS VERSION: [e.g., 6.4.2]
BUDDYX PRO VERSION: [e.g., 5.0.0]
PHP VERSION: [e.g., 8.1]
PROBLEM DESCRIPTION:
[Describe what's happening]
STEPS TO REPRODUCE:
1. [First step]
2. [Second step]
3. [What you see]
WHAT I'VE TRIED:
- [List troubleshooting steps]
SCREENSHOT: [Attach image]
SITE HEALTH INFO: [Paste copied info]
Response Times
- License holders: 24-48 business hours
- Weekends/holidays: May take longer
Contact
Email: support@wbcomdesigns.com
Include:
- Completed checklist above
- Screenshot of issue
- Site Health info
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