diff --git a/README.rst b/README.rst
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@@ -52,4 +52,6 @@ See the `Docs on RTD`_ for examples and full documentation
 Issues
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-Open any bug reports or feature requests through the Swimlane support portal at https://support.swimlane.com/
+Open any bug reports or feature requests through the `Swimlane support portal`_
+
+.. _Swimlane support portal: https://support.swimlane.com/helpdesk/tickets/new