❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Copilot Assistant

πŸ’° Trial & Pricing

How does the 7-day trial work?

When you install Copilot Assistant, you automatically get a 7-day unlimited trial with no credit card required:

  • βœ… Unlimited log queries during the trial period
  • βœ… Full access to all Pro features
  • βœ… No credit card needed to start
  • βœ… No automatic charges - you decide if you want to upgrade
πŸ“… After 7 days: You'll switch to the free tier (10 queries/hour). Your extension continues working - you just have query limits. Upgrade anytime to remove limits permanently.
What's included in the Free vs Pro version?
Feature Free Pro
Log Management βœ… βœ…
Search & Filter Logs 10/hour ♾️ Unlimited
Hot Reload βœ… βœ…
Real-time Monitoring βœ… βœ…
7-day Trial βœ… -
Price Free $10 one-time
πŸ’Ž Pro is a one-time payment - pay once, use forever. No subscriptions, no recurring charges.
Is the $10 a one-time payment or subscription?

βœ… One-time payment - Pay $10 once and get lifetime Pro access. No monthly fees, no recurring charges, no surprises.

Your license key works forever on up to 3 machines.

πŸ”‘ License Activation

How do I activate my license?

After purchasing, you'll receive a license key via email. To activate:

  1. Open VS Code
  2. Press Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) or Cmd+Shift+P (Mac)
  3. Type: Copilot Assistant: Upgrade to Pro
  4. Paste your license key: CPAST-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX
  5. Press Enter - Done! πŸŽ‰
πŸ’‘ Tip: Your Pro status activates instantly and persists across VS Code restarts.
What if I lose my license key?

No worries! Your license key is sent to your email and stored securely. If you can't find it:

  1. Check your email inbox for "Copilot Assistant Pro License"
  2. Check your spam/junk folder
  3. Contact us at support@copilot-assistant.net with your purchase email

We'll resend your license key within 24 hours.

How many machines can I use my license on?

Your Pro license can be activated on up to 3 machines:

  • βœ… Use on your work laptop, home desktop, and backup machine
  • βœ… Deactivate on one machine to activate on another
  • βœ… Same license key works across Windows, Mac, and Linux
⚠️ Important: Each activation is tied to your machine ID. If you exceed 3 activations, contact support to reset your license.
My license activation failed - what should I do?

If activation fails, check these common issues:

  • ❌ Invalid format: Ensure key is exactly CPAST-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX (5 characters between each dash)
  • ❌ Copy/paste error: Make sure there are no extra spaces before or after the key
  • ❌ Internet connection: License validation requires internet. Check your connection.
  • ❌ Machine limit reached: You may have activated on 3+ machines already
Still stuck? Email us at support@copilot-assistant.net with:
  • Your license key
  • Error message you're seeing
  • Your purchase email
We'll help you get activated within 24 hours.

πŸ’³ Refunds & Support

What's the refund policy?

We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee:

✨ First 7 days: No questions asked - instant refund approval

Eligible for refunds:

  • βœ… Technical issues that can't be resolved
  • βœ… Failed license delivery
  • βœ… Compatibility issues with your system
  • βœ… Extension doesn't work as described

Not eligible:

  • ❌ After 30 days from purchase
  • ❌ Changed your mind after fully using Pro features
  • ❌ Violated Terms of Service

πŸ‘‰ Read full refund policy | Email: support@copilot-assistant.net

How do I contact support?

We're here to help! Contact us at:

πŸ“§ support@copilot-assistant.net

We respond within 24 hours (usually much faster!)

For faster support, include:

  • Your license key (if applicable)
  • Error messages or screenshots
  • VS Code version and OS

πŸ”§ Technical Questions

What platforms are supported?

Copilot Assistant works on all platforms that support VS Code:

  • βœ… Windows 10/11 (x64)
  • βœ… macOS (Intel & Apple Silicon M1/M2/M3)
  • βœ… Linux (Ubuntu, Fedora, Debian, etc.)

Requirements: VS Code version 1.85.0 or higher

Does this work with Flutter, Node.js, Go, etc.?

Yes! Copilot Assistant works with any application that outputs logs:

  • βœ… Flutter / Dart
  • βœ… Node.js / JavaScript / TypeScript
  • βœ… Python / Django / Flask
  • βœ… Go
  • βœ… Java / Spring Boot
  • βœ… Ruby / Rails
  • βœ… PHP / Laravel
  • βœ… Any application that prints to stdout/stderr
Is my data private and secure?

Yes - your privacy is our priority:

  • βœ… Logs stay local - never sent to our servers
  • βœ… No code collection - we never see your source code
  • βœ… Minimal data: Only machine ID (hashed), license key, and usage stats
  • βœ… No tracking pixels or analytics scripts

πŸ‘‰ Read our Privacy Policy

πŸ› οΈ Troubleshooting

Extension not working after installation?

Try these steps:

  1. Reload VS Code: Press Ctrl+Shift+P β†’ Type "Reload Window"
  2. Check extension enabled: Go to Extensions panel, ensure "Copilot Assistant" is enabled
  3. Check VS Code version: Must be 1.85.0 or higher (Help β†’ About)
  4. Reinstall extension: Uninstall, restart VS Code, reinstall

Still not working? Email support@copilot-assistant.net with your VS Code version and OS.

Logs not appearing in the viewer?

Make sure:

  • βœ… Your application is running (started via Copilot Assistant)
  • βœ… Application is outputting logs to stdout/stderr
  • βœ… Log server is started (check status bar)
  • βœ… Correct project configured in settings
πŸ’‘ Pro Tip: Open Output panel (View β†’ Output) and select "Copilot Assistant" to see debug info.