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

# Support & Community

> Get help, report issues, and connect with the SmartTube community

Need help with SmartTube? Our friendly international community is here to assist you.

<Note>
  **Check the [FAQ](/faq) first!** Most common questions are already answered there. Also have a quick look at recent chat history before asking.
</Note>

## Support Channels

Choose the right channel based on your needs:

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Telegram Group" icon="telegram" href="http://t.me/SmartTubeEN">
    International community chat for questions and discussions (English only)
  </Card>

  <Card title="Discord Server" icon="discord" href="https://discord.gg/Wt8HDDej5z">
    SmartTube Official Discord community
  </Card>

  <Card title="GitHub Issues" icon="github" href="https://github.com/yuliskov/SmartTube/issues">
    Report bugs and technical issues (GitHub account required)
  </Card>

  <Card title="Email Support" icon="envelope">
    Direct email: [firsthash@gmail.com](mailto:firsthash@gmail.com)
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

### Telegram Group (Russian/Ukrainian)

For Russian and Ukrainian speakers, join [@SmartTubeUA](http://t.me/SmartTubeUA)

## When to Use Each Channel

<Steps>
  <Step title="Check the FAQ">
    Start with the [FAQ](/faq) - it covers most common issues like buffering, codec errors, and installation problems.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Search Recent Chat History">
    Your question might have been answered recently in the Telegram or Discord chat.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Ask in Community Chat">
    Use **Telegram** or **Discord** for general questions, troubleshooting, and quick help from the community.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Report on GitHub">
    Use **GitHub Issues** for confirmed bugs, feature requests, or technical issues that need developer attention.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## How to Report Bugs

When reporting issues, please provide:

* **Device model** and Android version
* **SmartTube version** (found in Settings > About)
* **Build flavor** (beta, stable, or fdroid)
* **Steps to reproduce** the issue
* **Expected behavior** vs actual behavior
* **Screenshots or screen recordings** if applicable

<Warning>
  If reporting a crash, include any error messages or logs if possible.
</Warning>

## Community Guidelines

Our community is welcoming and helpful. Please:

* **Be respectful** and patient with others
* **Use English** in the international groups ([@SmartTubeEN](http://t.me/SmartTubeEN))
* **Search before asking** - check FAQ and recent messages
* **Stay on topic** - keep discussions related to SmartTube
* **No piracy discussions** - focus on the app's features and functionality

<Info>
  Don't worry if your English isn't perfect! We have a friendly international community that's happy to help.
</Info>

## Stay Updated

Get the latest news and updates:

* **Telegram Channel**: [@SmartTubeNewsEN](https://t.me/s/SmartTubeNewsEN) (readable without account)
* **GitHub Releases**: [View changelog and releases](https://github.com/yuliskov/SmartTube/releases/)

The Telegram channel includes changelogs for all updates and important announcements.