> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://incident-tracker.gitbook.io/docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://incident-tracker.gitbook.io/docs/admin-guide/application-information/application-settings.md).

# Application Settings

The **Application Settings** page allows administrators to customize various system-wide options and user interface behaviors within Incident Tracker. These settings impact how users interact with the application and what features are visible.

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## Available Settings

Below is a breakdown of the customizable settings:

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## **Time-Out**

* Automatically logs users out after a period of inactivity.

{% hint style="warning" %}
Recommended for maintaining account security.
{% endhint %}

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## **White Label Site**

* Removes the Incident Tracker branding from:
  * The site header
  * Automated emails
* Select **Yes** to enable.

{% hint style="info" %}
Ideal for clients who prefer custom branding or private-label deployments.
{% endhint %}

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## **Show ID Field for ‘Person’ and ‘Witness’ in Reports**

Controls visibility and requirement level for ID fields on the report form.

* **Yes – Optional**
* **Yes – Required**
* **No**

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## **Show Recent Reports Summary**

* Displays a summary of recent reports on the home page upon login.

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## **Show the Shoutbox**

* Enables a communication tool on the home page for all users.

> \[EXAMPLE]\
> “Please make sure all of your submitted reports are completed before the holiday this Saturday.”

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## **Enable Tips**

* Shows helpful usage tips to users on the home page.

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## **Set Date Format**

* Allows selection of:
  * **US format**: `mm/dd/yyyy`
  * **EU format**: `dd/mm/yyyy`

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## **Allow Extended Data Peeking**

* When disabled, users **without view rights** cannot:
  * Access autocomplete suggestions
  * View additional info in Section 4 of the report submission form

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## **Enable 'Measured Unit' for Reports**

* Adds a customizable field for tracking things like:
  * **Duration (hours)**
  * **Miles**
  * **Cost**
* Useful for reporting and trend analysis.

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## **Enable 'Assignments' for Reports**

* Allows users with label rights to assign a report to a specific user.
* Can also trigger **assignment alert emails**.

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## **Enable Report 'Sponsor'**

* Adds a new module to the Submit Report page for assigning a **sponsor email** to the report.
* Sponsors receive email alerts for report activity.
* Sponsor list can be managed under **Admin > Report Sponsors List**.

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## **Form Placement Position**

* Determines where forms appear on the individual report view:
  * **Above** the write-up/people involved
  * **Below** the write-up/people involved