> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://mintlify.com/janhq/jan/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Community & Support

> Connect with the Jan community, get help, and contribute to the project.

# Community & Support

Jan is built by a vibrant community of developers, AI enthusiasts, and users. Get help, share ideas, and contribute to making Jan better.

## Getting Help

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  <Card title="Discord Community" icon="discord" href="https://discord.gg/FTk2MvZwJH">
    Join our active Discord server for real-time help and discussions.

    **Key Channels:**

    * **#🆘|jan-help** - Technical support and troubleshooting
    * **#💬|general** - General discussion
    * **#🚀|showcase** - Share your projects
    * **#💡|feature-requests** - Suggest new features
  </Card>

  <Card title="GitHub Issues" icon="github" href="https://github.com/janhq/jan/issues">
    Report bugs, request features, or track development.

    **When to Use:**

    * Bug reports with reproducible steps
    * Feature requests with detailed descriptions
    * Technical issues needing investigation
  </Card>

  <Card title="Documentation" icon="book" href="https://jan.ai/docs">
    Comprehensive guides and references.

    **Includes:**

    * Getting started guides
    * API documentation
    * Configuration options
    * Best practices
  </Card>

  <Card title="Email Support" icon="envelope" href="mailto:hello@jan.ai">
    Contact the team directly.

    **Use For:**

    * General inquiries: [hello@jan.ai](mailto:hello@jan.ai)
    * Business partnerships: [hello@jan.ai](mailto:hello@jan.ai)
    * Career opportunities: [hr@jan.ai](mailto:hr@jan.ai)
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Discord Server Guide

Our Discord server is the hub of the Jan community. Here's how to get the most out of it:

### Support Channels

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="#🆘|jan-help - Get Technical Support">
    **Best for:**

    * Installation issues
    * Error troubleshooting
    * Performance problems
    * Configuration help

    **Tips for Getting Help:**

    1. Search previous messages - your issue may be solved
    2. Include your error logs (see [how to get logs](/help/troubleshooting#getting-error-logs))
    3. Specify your OS, RAM, and GPU (if applicable)
    4. Describe steps to reproduce the issue
    5. Redact any private information from logs

    <Info>
      We retain logs for only 24 hours for privacy.
    </Info>
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="#💬|general - General Discussion">
    **Best for:**

    * Introducing yourself
    * General AI discussions
    * Casual conversation
    * Community engagement

    Share your experience, ask questions, or just chat with fellow users.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="#💡|feature-requests - Suggest Features">
    **Best for:**

    * New feature ideas
    * Improvement suggestions
    * Use case discussions

    **Good Feature Requests Include:**

    * Clear description of the feature
    * Use case or problem it solves
    * Examples from other tools (if applicable)
    * Willingness to test or provide feedback
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="#🚀|showcase - Share Your Work">
    **Best for:**

    * Projects built with Jan
    * Custom configurations
    * Integration examples
    * Success stories

    Inspire others and get feedback on your work!
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

### Community Guidelines

<Steps>
  <Step title="Be Respectful">
    Treat everyone with kindness and respect. We're all here to learn and help.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Stay On Topic">
    Use appropriate channels for different types of discussions.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Search First">
    Before asking, check:

    * Previous Discord messages
    * Documentation
    * GitHub issues
  </Step>

  <Step title="Share Knowledge">
    If you find a solution, share it! Help others who might face the same issue.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Provide Details">
    When asking for help, include:

    * Operating system and version
    * Jan version
    * Error logs
    * Steps to reproduce
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Contributing to Jan

Jan is open-source and welcomes contributions from everyone.

### Ways to Contribute

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  <Card title="Code Contributions" icon="code">
    Submit pull requests for:

    * Bug fixes
    * New features
    * Performance improvements
    * Code refactoring

    See [CONTRIBUTING.md](https://github.com/janhq/jan/blob/main/CONTRIBUTING.md) for guidelines.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Documentation" icon="file-pen">
    Help improve docs:

    * Fix typos or errors
    * Add examples
    * Write tutorials
    * Translate content
  </Card>

  <Card title="Bug Reports" icon="bug">
    Quality bug reports help us improve:

    * Detailed reproduction steps
    * System information
    * Error logs
    * Expected vs actual behavior
  </Card>

  <Card title="Community Support" icon="users">
    Help other users:

    * Answer questions on Discord
    * Share your experience
    * Create tutorials
    * Test new features
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

### Development Setup

To contribute code:

```bash theme={null}
# Clone repository
git clone https://github.com/janhq/jan
cd jan

# Install dependencies and run
make dev
```

**Prerequisites:**

* Node.js ≥ 20.0.0
* Yarn ≥ 1.22.0
* Make ≥ 3.81
* Rust (for Tauri)

See the [README](https://github.com/janhq/jan/blob/main/README.md) for full build instructions.

### Contribution Process

<Steps>
  <Step title="Find or Create an Issue">
    Check [GitHub Issues](https://github.com/janhq/jan/issues) for existing issues or create a new one describing your proposed change.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Fork and Branch">
    Fork the repository and create a feature branch:

    ```bash theme={null}
    git checkout -b feature/your-feature-name
    ```
  </Step>

  <Step title="Develop and Test">
    Make your changes, ensuring:

    * Code follows project style
    * Tests pass
    * Documentation is updated
  </Step>

  <Step title="Submit Pull Request">
    Open a PR with:

    * Clear description of changes
    * Link to related issue
    * Screenshots (if UI changes)
    * Test results
  </Step>

  <Step title="Review and Iterate">
    Respond to feedback and make requested changes. Maintainers will guide you through the process.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Community Resources

### Official Links

* **Website**: [jan.ai](https://jan.ai/)
* **Documentation**: [jan.ai/docs](https://jan.ai/docs)
* **API Reference**: [jan.ai/api-reference](https://jan.ai/api-reference)
* **Changelog**: [jan.ai/changelog](https://jan.ai/changelog)
* **GitHub**: [github.com/janhq/jan](https://github.com/janhq/jan)
* **Discord**: [discord.gg/FTk2MvZwJH](https://discord.gg/FTk2MvZwJH)

### Social Media

Stay updated with Jan news and updates:

* **Twitter/X**: Follow for announcements
* **GitHub Discussions**: Long-form discussions
* **Blog**: [jan.ai/blog](https://jan.ai/blog) (if available)

### Learning Resources

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  <Card title="Getting Started" icon="rocket" href="https://jan.ai/docs/desktop">
    New to Jan? Start here with our step-by-step guides.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Troubleshooting" icon="wrench" href="/help/troubleshooting">
    Solve common issues and optimize performance.
  </Card>

  <Card title="FAQ" icon="circle-question" href="/help/faq">
    Quick answers to frequently asked questions.
  </Card>

  <Card title="System Requirements" icon="server" href="/help/system-requirements">
    Check if your system can run Jan effectively.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Recognition

### Contributors

Jan is made possible by our amazing contributors:

![Contributors](https://img.shields.io/github/contributors/janhq/jan)

View all contributors on [GitHub](https://github.com/janhq/jan/graphs/contributors).

### Built With

Jan stands on the shoulders of giants:

* **[Llama.cpp](https://github.com/ggerganov/llama.cpp)** - LLM inference engine
* **[Tauri](https://tauri.app/)** - Desktop application framework
* **[Scalar](https://github.com/scalar/scalar)** - API documentation

And many other open-source projects. Thank you to all maintainers!

## Stay Connected

<Card title="Join Our Discord" icon="discord" href="https://discord.gg/FTk2MvZwJH" color="#5865F2">
  The best way to stay connected with the Jan community.

  Get help, share ideas, and be part of building the future of local AI.

  **1000+ members** and growing!
</Card>

## Code of Conduct

We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment. All community members are expected to:

* Be respectful and considerate
* Welcome newcomers and help them learn
* Accept constructive criticism gracefully
* Focus on what's best for the community
* Show empathy toward others

Violations can be reported to [hello@jan.ai](mailto:hello@jan.ai).

## Support the Project

Love Jan? Here's how to support us:

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  <Card title="Star on GitHub" icon="star">
    Give us a star to show your support!

    [github.com/janhq/jan](https://github.com/janhq/jan)
  </Card>

  <Card title="Share Jan" icon="share-nodes">
    Tell others about Jan:

    * Write blog posts
    * Create videos
    * Share on social media
  </Card>

  <Card title="Contribute" icon="code-pull-request">
    Code, docs, or community support - every contribution matters.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

***

<Info>
  **Need immediate help?** Join our [Discord](https://discord.gg/FTk2MvZwJH) and ask in **#🆘|jan-help**.

  We typically respond within a few hours during business hours.
</Info>