diff --git a/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/bug_report.md b/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/bug_report.md
index 6d2061b8d..0a7e253fa 100644
--- a/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/bug_report.md
+++ b/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/bug_report.md
@@ -1,6 +1,6 @@
 ---
 name: Bug report
-about: Create a report to help us improve
+about: Report a specific issue where something is not working.
 title: ''
 labels: ''
 assignees: ''
@@ -8,7 +8,7 @@ assignees: ''
 ---
 
 **Describe the bug**
-A clear and concise description of what the bug is.
+A clear and concise description of what the bug is. What are you trying to do and what is not working?
 
 **To Reproduce**
 Steps to reproduce the behavior:
@@ -22,7 +22,11 @@ A clear and concise description of what you expected to happen.
 
 **4CAT Environment**
  - How are you accessing 4CAT? [e.g. 4cat.oilab.nl or your own server/desktop]
- - If accessing via your own server/desktop, what is the environment and are you using Docker?
+ - What version of 4CAT are you using? Find the version here:
+   - In the latest versions of 4CAT, the version number is visible at the bottom of the interface
+   - If you don't see the version there, that in itself is useful information
+   - If you are using [Zeeschuimer](github.com/digitalmethodsinitiative/zeeschuimer), include its version number as well. Find it at the top of the interface.
+ - If accessing via your own server/desktop, what is the environment (e.g. the operating system) and are you using Docker?
 
 **Screenshots, links to datasets, and any additional context**
-If your 4CAT is available online (e.g. 4cat.oilab.nl) and it is related to a specific dataset, please post the link.
+If your 4CAT is available online and your issue is related to a specific dataset, please post the link.