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+## How to contribute to Torus
+
+#### **Did you find a bug?**
+* **Do not open up a GitHub issue if the bug is a security vulnerability**, report it [here](https://docs.tor.us/contact/bug-bounty) instead.
+* If you're unable to find an open issue addressing the problem, [open a new one](https://github.com/torusresearch/torus-website/issues/new). 
+* Be sure to include a **title and clear description**, as much relevant information as possible, and a list of steps showing how to reproduce the issue.
+
+#### **Did you write a patch that fixes a bug?**
+* Open a new GitHub pull request with the patch with a clear description of the problem (link to issue if applicable) and solution.
+
+#### **Do you intend to add a new feature or change an existing one?**
+* Open an issue and start writing code!
+* For more complex features, feel free to reach out to the team at hello@tor.us or through our [Telegram](https://t.me/torusdev) developer chat
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