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@@ -59,6 +59,9 @@ Thank you and kind regards :pray:
 
 ## Tips for Success
 
+- Do this in the public forum, issue tracker, discussions, etc.
+  - Avoid using direct messages (otherwise you'd need to share screenshots of your direct message which could cause friction)
+  - Avoid using places like discord servers unless that is the ONLY place a project does Issue Triage
 - Personalize the template a bit before sending it:
   - Add how long you've been using the software.
   - Add what the project means to you.