diff --git a/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/bug_report.md b/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/bug_report.md
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+---
+name: Bug report
+about: Create a report to help us improve
+title: ''
+labels: ''
+assignees: ''
+
+---
+
+***Things to try before submitting a bug report***
+
+* read the [troubleshooting guide](https://github.com/RfidResearchGroup/ChameleonUltra/blob/main/docs/troubleshooting.md)
+* check existing [issues](https://github.com/RfidResearchGroup/ChameleonUltra/issues)
+* use the latest firmware and CLI
+* for issues specific to another client than the Python CLI, use the corresponding issue tracker. E.g. [here](https://github.com/GameTec-live/ChameleonUltraGUI/issues) for the ChameleonUltraGUI
+
+***Compilation problems***
+Try compiling with verbose. Use `make VERBOSE=1` for the firmware and the software/src tools.
+Include the verbose compilation logs.
+
+***flashing problems***
+Have you followed the instructions properly?
+
+
+**Describe the bug**
+A clear and concise description of what the bug is.
+
+**To Reproduce**
+Steps to reproduce the behavior.  
+Explain it as you would do to someone not familiar with the problematic feature.  
+What is the abnormal behavior you observed?  
+E.g.
+1. Connect '....'
+2. Execute '....'
+3. Press button '....'
+4. See error '....'
+
+**Expected behavior**
+A clear and concise description of what you expected to happen.
+
+**Screenshots**
+If applicable, add screenshots to help explain your problem. For console text and logs, better to dump them as text than image. Attach files if too long.
+
+**Host (please complete the following information):**
+ - OS and version
+ - for compilation issues, the toolchain version
+ - inside CLI run `hw version` and paste the output here
+ 
+**Additional context**
+Add any other context about the problem here.
diff --git a/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/config.yml b/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/config.yml
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+blank_issues_enabled: false
+contact_links:
+  - name: Official channels Chameleon Ultra Community
+    url: https://github.com/RfidResearchGroup/ChameleonUltra#official-channels
+    about: Got questions? Ask in *official channels*, not in an issue
diff --git a/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/feature_request.md b/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/feature_request.md
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+---
+name: Feature request
+about: Suggest an idea for this project
+title: "[idea]"
+labels: Request, enhancement
+assignees: ''
+
+---
+
+Please keep in mind we are still at the infancy of the project and a lot has still to be done.
+
+Have first a look at the [Whitepaper](https://github.com/RfidResearchGroup/ChameleonUltra/blob/main/docs/technical_whitepaper.md), the Wiki [Roadmap](https://github.com/RfidResearchGroup/ChameleonUltra/wiki/Public-Roadmap) and [Wishlist](https://github.com/RfidResearchGroup/ChameleonUltra/wiki/Wishlist).  
+No need for creating issues for well known missing supports, we are already aware :)
+
+**Is your feature request related to a problem? Please describe.**
+A clear and concise description of what the problem is. Ex. I'm always frustrated when [...]
+
+**Describe the solution you'd like**
+A clear and concise description of what you want to happen.
+
+**Describe alternatives you've considered**
+A clear and concise description of any alternative solutions or features you've considered.
+
+**Additional context**
+Add any other context or screenshots about the feature request here.
diff --git a/README.md b/README.md
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 * [Downloading and compiling the official CLI](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VGpAeitNXH0)
 * [Downloading ChameleonUltraGUI](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rHH7iqbX3nY)
 
+# Official channels
 
+Where do you find the community?
+
+* [RFID Hacking community discord server](https://t.ly/d4_C)
+  * Software/chameleon-dev for firmware and clients development discussions
+  * Devices/chameleon-ultra for usage discussions