Supercharge GitHub

Installation & Setup Guide

Get Supercharge GitHub up and running in your workflow in just a few minutes

Quick Start Detailed Setup Troubleshooting FAQ

Quick Start

1

Install Extension

Add Supercharge GitHub from the Chrome Web Store

Install Extension
Note: Requires Chrome 90+ or any Chromium-based browser
2

Authenticate

Click the extension icon and sign in with GitHub

Authentication flow
Permissions: We only access deployment and workflow data
3

Start Tracking

Visit any GitHub Actions page to see your enhanced dashboard

Dashboard example
Ready! You'll now see deployment tracking on all GitHub Actions pages

Detailed Setup Instructions

Prerequisites

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Chrome Browser

Chrome 90+ or any Chromium-based browser (Edge, Brave, etc.)

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GitHub Repository

Repository with GitHub Actions workflows configured

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GitHub Account

Access to repositories you want to monitor

Installation Steps

1

Install the Chrome Extension

  1. Visit the Chrome Web Store
  2. Search for "Supercharge GitHub" or click our direct link
  3. Click "Add to Chrome" button
  4. Confirm by clicking "Add extension" in the popup
  5. Pin the extension to your toolbar for easy access
Extension URL
https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/supercharge-github
2

Initial Setup & Authentication

  1. Click the Supercharge GitHub extension icon in your browser toolbar
  2. Click "Sign in with GitHub" in the popup
  3. You'll be redirected to GitHub's authorization page
  4. Review the requested permissions and click "Authorize"
  5. You'll be redirected back with a success message
Required Permissions
  • Actions: Read workflow run data
  • Deployments: Read deployment status information
  • Environments: Read environment configuration
  • Metadata: Read basic repository information
3

Verify Installation

  1. Navigate to any of your GitHub repositories
  2. Go to the "Actions" tab
  3. You should see the enhanced Supercharge GitHub interface
  4. Look for deployment tracking widgets and enhanced workflow information
What You Should See
Deployment status indicators
Enhanced workflow run information
Real-time deployment tracking
Performance metrics and insights

Configuration Options

Repository Selection

Choose which repositories to monitor for deployment tracking:

  • Click the extension icon
  • Go to "Settings" tab
  • Select/deselect repositories you want to track
  • Changes are saved automatically

Notification Preferences

Customize how you receive deployment notifications:

  • Browser notifications for deployment status changes
  • Email notifications for critical failures
  • Slack/Discord integration (Team plan and above)

Team Settings

For organizations with Team or Enterprise plans:

  • Configure team approval workflows
  • Set up shared deployment dashboards
  • Manage team member permissions
  • Configure integration with communication tools

Troubleshooting

Extension Not Loading

Symptoms: Extension icon appears but no enhanced features on GitHub

Solutions:

  1. Refresh the GitHub page (F5 or Ctrl+R)
  2. Check if you're signed in to the extension
  3. Ensure the repository has GitHub Actions configured
  4. Try disabling and re-enabling the extension
  5. Clear browser cache and reload

Authentication Issues

Symptoms: "Sign in required" messages or 401 errors

Solutions:

  1. Click the extension icon and sign in again
  2. Check if your GitHub session is still active
  3. Revoke and re-authorize the application in GitHub settings
  4. Ensure you have access to the repository
  5. Contact support if issues persist

Performance Issues

Symptoms: Slow loading or browser lag

Solutions:

  1. Check your internet connection speed
  2. Disable other browser extensions temporarily
  3. Clear browser cache and cookies
  4. Restart your browser
  5. Update Chrome to the latest version

Missing Deployment Data

Symptoms: No deployment information showing

Solutions:

  1. Verify the repository has deployment workflows
  2. Check that deployments are properly configured in GitHub
  3. Ensure you have read access to Actions and Deployments
  4. Wait a few minutes for data to sync
  5. Check repository settings for deployment permissions

Still Need Help?

If you're still experiencing issues, we're here to help:

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Email Support

support@supercharge-github.com

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Report Issues

GitHub Issues

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Service Status

Check system status

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Supercharge GitHub free to use?

We offer a free trial for personal repositories. For team collaboration features and unlimited repositories, we have affordable plans starting at $4/user/month.

What permissions does the extension require?

We only request minimal permissions needed for deployment tracking: read access to Actions, Deployments, Environments, and basic repository metadata. We never access your source code.

Does this work with private repositories?

Yes! Supercharge GitHub works with both public and private repositories, as long as you have the appropriate access permissions.

Can I use this with GitHub Enterprise?

Currently, we support GitHub.com repositories. GitHub Enterprise Server support is planned for our Enterprise plan. Contact us for early access information.

How secure is my data?

We follow enterprise-grade security practices including SOC 2 compliance, complete security headers, automated vulnerability scanning, and encrypted data storage. Your source code is never accessed or stored.

Will this slow down my GitHub experience?

No! Our extension actually makes GitHub Actions faster with 87.5% improved response times through server-side processing, smart caching, and optimized data delivery.

Can I customize the deployment tracking interface?

Yes! You can customize notification preferences, choose which repositories to track, and configure team settings. More customization options are available in Team and Enterprise plans.

What browsers are supported?

Chrome 90+ and all Chromium-based browsers including Microsoft Edge, Brave, and Opera. Firefox support is coming soon!