Client bug report portals that eliminate email chaos

Give each client a dedicated portal to submit bugs, track progress, and manage their team. No more "did you see my email?" or lost bug reports in threads. Built for agencies managing multiple client websites.

Stop managing client bug reports via email

Email threads, Slack messages, text messages—bugs reported everywhere, nothing organized. Client portals centralize everything.

Without Client Portal
  • Bugs reported via email, Slack, text
  • "Did you see my email?" follow-ups
  • Bug reports lost in threads
  • Clients never see progress updates
  • You manually manage all client access
With Client Portal
  • All bugs submitted through portal
  • Automatic progress notifications
  • Every bug tracked and organized
  • Clients see real-time status updates
  • Clients manage their own team access

Built for agencies with multiple clients

Web development agencies

Managing 10+ client websites? Each client gets their own bug tracking portal. Separate, secure, organized. No crossover, no confusion.

  • Dedicated portal per client
  • Clients only see their bugs
  • Self-service team management

Freelance developers

Give clients a professional portal for bug submissions instead of random emails and texts. Looks polished, keeps you organized, clients stay happy.

  • Professional client experience
  • Centralized bug tracking
  • Automatic status updates

Product teams with clients

Building custom software for external clients? Give them a portal to report bugs and track progress. Keep client communication separate from internal tools.

  • Client-facing bug reports
  • Separate from internal tools
  • Progress transparency

Self-service bug reporting portals

Each client gets a dedicated issue tracking portal. They submit bugs with video walkthroughs, track resolution progress, and manage their team access. You eliminate "can you add Sarah?" requests and email bug reports entirely.

Client portal interface showing client view of issues

Clients control their own access

Client admins invite team members, remove access when people leave, and manage permissions—all without your involvement. Your agency focuses on fixing bugs, not managing client user accounts.

  • Client admins invite team members
  • Separate portals per client
  • Clients only see their own issues

"Client portals mean we never have to manage client access. They invite their team, submit bugs, and we just fix them."

How it works

Simple workflow that puts clients in control of their own access and bug reporting.

Create client portal

Set up a client in Lantern. They get their own portal URL where they can access their issues and manage their team.

Clients manage access

Client admins invite their team members, set roles, and control who can see what. You don't have to manage any of it.

Frequently asked questions

How do client bug report portals work?

Each client gets a unique portal URL (e.g., lanternhq.app/portal/acme-corp). They bookmark it, and use it to submit bugs with video walkthroughs, track issue status, and manage their team. No login required for bug submission— just open the link and report.

Can clients see each other's bugs?

No. Each client portal is completely separate. ACME Corp only sees their bugs, TechCo only sees theirs. Perfect data isolation for agencies managing multiple clients. Clients never see your other clients' information.

Do clients manage their own team access?

Yes. Client admins can invite team members, remove access, and set permissions—all without contacting you. When someone leaves their company, they remove access themselves. You never touch client user management.

Is this better than email for bug tracking?

Much better. Email bug reports get lost in threads, lack organization, and clients never see progress updates. Client portals centralize all bug reports, provide automatic status notifications, and keep everything organized per client. No more "did you see my email?" messages.

Does this work for WordPress maintenance clients?

Yes. Client portals work for any type of website—WordPress, custom builds, e-commerce sites, web apps. The portal is external to the client's website, so no WordPress plugin required. Clients just open their portal link to submit bugs.

Can I white label the client portal?

Custom branding and white labeling are planned for Q2 2026. Currently, portals use Lantern branding with your agency name displayed prominently. If you need white label urgently, contact hello@lanternhq.app.

How many client portals can I create?

Individual plan: 5 clients. Team plan: unlimited clients. Each client gets their own separate portal. Perfect for agencies managing many client websites who need organized, scalable bug tracking.

Start using client portals

Client portals are included with every Lantern plan. Set up your first client in minutes.