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 # Contributing
-When contributing to this repository, please first discuss the change you wish to make via issue before making a change.
-
-You should also read up on this project's [code of conduct](https://github.com/is-a-dev/register/blob/main/CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md).
 
 ## Pull requests
-- Adding, changing or removing a domain file you own.
-- Fixing a bug in the scripts or CI.
-- Fix an error in the documentation.
-
-#### Domains
-- Your pull request will be reviewed and merged into `main` branch.
-- The records will be published as soon as the PR is merged.
-- The changes should reflect soon after publishing.
+- If the PR template is updated, any pre-existing PRs must follow the updated template, in order to be merged.
+- We reserve the right to deny any pull request for any reason.
 
 ## Issues
 - **Report an abusive domain** - Create a new issue with the label `report-abuse`.